Forest birding habitat

Matagorda- East Gulf Rd

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Matagorda- East Gulf Rd is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Hooded Merganser, and Eurasian Collared-Dove 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

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

4/9/2026Mad Island Marsh Preserve--Lodge1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

4/2/2026Robyn's1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

14/5/2026

Blue-winged Teal

84/5/2026

Northern Bobwhite

34/5/2026

Killdeer

14/5/2026

Long-billed Curlew

24/5/2026

Marbled Godwit

14/5/2026

Willet

54/5/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/5/2026

Dunlin

14/5/2026

Laughing Gull

274/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/5/2026

Gull-billed Tern

64/5/2026

Forster's Tern

74/5/2026

Common Tern

54/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

124/5/2026

White Ibis

24/5/2026

Little Blue Heron

14/5/2026

Tricolored Heron

24/5/2026

Snowy Egret

14/5/2026

Great Egret

14/5/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Matagorda- East Gulf Rd for birding?
The best months to visit Matagorda- East Gulf Rd for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Matagorda- East Gulf Rd?
Notable species at Matagorda- East Gulf Rd include Northern Shoveler, Hooded Merganser, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Matagorda- East Gulf Rd?
Birding at Matagorda- East Gulf Rd is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Matagorda- East Gulf Rd?
Matagorda- East Gulf Rd offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.