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Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847)

Texas · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Sandhill Crane, and Western Cattle-Egret among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Mourning DoveSandhill CraneWestern Cattle-EgretNorthern HarrierAmerican Kestrel

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

3/5/2026Laguna Atascosa NWR--Lakeside Drive1 observed

Limpkin

Aramus guarauna

3/1/2026San Benito - Resaca de los Fresnos at Russell1 observed

Wilson's Plover

Anarhynchus wilsonia

2/27/2026TX48--Shrimp Basin Bridge / Zapata Memorial Boat Ramp/ San Martin Lake outlet1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

2/26/2026My Texas Yard1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847) for birding?▼
The best months to visit Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847)?▼
Notable species at Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847) include Mourning Dove, Sandhill Crane, Western Cattle-Egret, Northern Harrier, American Kestrel. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847)?▼
Birding at Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847)?▼
Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.