Coastal birding habitat

Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Greater Yellowlegs, and Laughing Gull 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

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

4/16/2026Quintana Neotropical Bird Sanctuary (UTC 121)1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/15/2026Quintana Neotropical Bird Sanctuary (UTC 121)1 observed

Limpkin

Aramus guarauna

4/14/2026Hall's Bayou Ranch (ABSOLUTELY NO PUBLIC ACCESS)5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

14/6/2026

Fulvous Whistling-Duck

84/6/2026

Semipalmated Plover

364/6/2026

Piping Plover

64/6/2026

Wilson's Plover

14/6/2026

Snowy Plover

74/6/2026

Willet

44/6/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

24/6/2026

Sanderling

344/6/2026

Least Sandpiper

24/6/2026

Western Sandpiper

44/6/2026

Laughing Gull

124/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

34/6/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

14/6/2026

Forster's Tern

44/6/2026

Royal Tern

24/6/2026

Brown Pelican

34/6/2026

European Starling

14/6/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

34/6/2026

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 Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 for birding?
The best months to visit Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257?
Notable species at Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 include Rock Pigeon, Greater Yellowlegs, Laughing Gull, Forster's Tern, Neotropic Cormorant. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257?
Birding at Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257?
Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.