Coastal birding habitat

Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Osprey, Northern Harrier, and Harris's Hawk among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-green Vireo

Vireo flavoviridis

5/31/2026Resaca de la Palma SP WBC (Brownsville) (LTC 048)2 observed

Sooty Tern

Onychoprion fuscatus

5/29/2026Pelagic Leg 13 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

5/29/2026South Padre Is.--Birding and Nature Center1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

5/29/2026South Padre Is.--Birding and Nature Center2 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

5/27/2026South Padre Is.--Birding and Nature Center1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/26/2026115 West Pompano Street, South Padre Island, Texas, US (26.099, -97.168)1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/23/2026South Padre Is.--WBC/Conv. Center/Laguna Madre Trail (LTC 035)1 observed

Brown Booby

Sula leucogaster

5/21/2026South Padre Is.--Birding and Nature Center1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

5/21/2026South Padre Is.--Birding and Nature Center1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

5/21/2026South Padre Is.--Birding and Nature Center1 observed

Gray-cheeked Thrush

Catharus minimus

5/21/2026South Padre Is.--Birding and Nature Center1 observed

Common Yellowthroat (insperata)

Geothlypis trichas

5/19/2026UTRGV—Duckhead (Limited Access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

5/24/2026

Crested Caracara

5/24/2026

White-eyed Vireo

5/24/2026

Verdin

5/24/2026

Olive Sparrow

5/24/2026

Blue Grosbeak

5/24/2026

Dickcissel

5/24/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

25/23/2026

White-winged Dove

55/23/2026

Mourning Dove

85/23/2026

Laughing Gull

55/23/2026

Great Egret

15/23/2026

Great Kiskadee

85/23/2026

Couch's Kingbird

15/23/2026

European Starling

35/23/2026

Long-billed Thrasher

25/23/2026

Northern Mockingbird

55/23/2026

Bronzed Cowbird

25/23/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

165/23/2026

Mottled Duck

25/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard) for birding?
The best months to visit Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard)?
Notable species at Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard) include Osprey, Northern Harrier, Harris's Hawk, White-tailed Hawk, Crested Caracara. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard)?
Birding at Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard)?
Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.