Forest birding habitat

Morgan's Point

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Morgan's Point is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Red-breasted Merganser, Laughing Gull, and Ring-billed 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

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

7/20/2026Smith Point--Candy Abshier WMA (UTC 048)(GCBO Hawk Watch loc.)1 observed

Belted Kingfisher

Megaceryle alcyon

7/12/2026Smith Point--Candy Abshier WMA (UTC 048)(GCBO Hawk Watch loc.)1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

7/10/2026GCBO Abshier Mosquito Research Conservancy3 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

7/8/2026Pine Gully Park (UTC 079)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

27/18/2026

Mourning Dove

27/18/2026

Laughing Gull

1207/18/2026

Least Tern

47/18/2026

Sandwich Tern

27/18/2026

Royal Tern

27/18/2026

White Ibis

127/18/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

27/18/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

27/18/2026

Little Blue Heron

27/18/2026

Snowy Egret

47/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/18/2026

Brown Pelican

87/18/2026

Monk Parakeet

27/18/2026

Carolina Wren

27/18/2026

European Starling

67/18/2026

Northern Mockingbird

47/18/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

207/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/18/2026

Rock Pigeon

37/12/2026

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 Morgan's Point for birding?
The best months to visit Morgan's Point for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Morgan's Point?
Notable species at Morgan's Point include Red-breasted Merganser, Laughing Gull, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Forster's Tern. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Morgan's Point?
Birding at Morgan's Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Morgan's Point?
Morgan's Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.