Coastal birding habitat

Matagorda Island - NE end

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Matagorda Island - NE end is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 250 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Blackpoll Warbler

Setophaga striata

4/12/2026Powderhorn Ranch1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

4/11/2026US-TX-Matagorda Island State Park (28.3308,-96.4637)1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

4/10/2026Powderhorn Ranch1 observed

Magnificent Frigatebird

Fregata magnificens

4/10/2026Matagorda Island SP (CTC 034)1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

4/10/2026Matagorda Island SP (CTC 034)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

304/12/2026

Blue-winged Teal

654/12/2026

Mottled Duck

14/12/2026

Rock Pigeon

34/12/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

24/12/2026

Mourning Dove

14/12/2026

Clapper Rail

24/12/2026

Common Gallinule

44/12/2026

Black-necked Stilt

74/12/2026

Black-bellied Plover

44/12/2026

Semipalmated Plover

14/12/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

64/12/2026

Long-billed Curlew

54/12/2026

Marbled Godwit

14/12/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

34/12/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/12/2026

Willet

224/12/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

34/12/2026

Stilt Sandpiper

74/12/2026

Dunlin

74/12/2026

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 Matagorda Island - NE end for birding?
The best months to visit Matagorda Island - NE end for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Matagorda Island - NE end?
Notable species at Matagorda Island - NE end include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Matagorda Island - NE end?
Birding at Matagorda Island - NE end is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Matagorda Island - NE end?
Matagorda Island - NE end offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.