Wetland birding habitat

FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 270 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, and Northern Harrier 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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

5/31/2026High Island--Smith Oaks Sanctuary (UTC 052)2 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

5/23/2026Bolivar-High Island Shorebird Survey Start1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eastern Meadowlark

25/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

45/31/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

25/31/2026

Dickcissel

25/31/2026

Crested Caracara

25/31/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Mourning Dove

45/28/2026

Black-necked Stilt

125/28/2026

Black-bellied Plover

95/28/2026

American Golden-Plover

25/28/2026

Killdeer

55/28/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

45/28/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

25/28/2026

Stilt Sandpiper

15/28/2026

Buff-breasted Sandpiper

35/28/2026

Baird's Sandpiper

15/28/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

125/28/2026

Least Sandpiper

35/28/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

15/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 for birding?
The best months to visit FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124?
Notable species at FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 include Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Northern Harrier, Red-tailed Hawk, American Kestrel. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124?
Birding at FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124?
FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.