Coastal birding habitat

Pleasure Island - South Levee rd.

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Pleasure Island - South Levee rd. is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 208 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

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

4/11/202625145 Interstate 10, Vidor, Texas, US (30.096, -94.074)2 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

4/11/2026Sabine Woods (UTC 026)1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

4/10/2026Sabine Woods (UTC 026)2 observed

Willet (Eastern)

Tringa semipalmata

4/8/2026Sabine Woods (UTC 026)1 observed

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

4/6/2026Sabine Woods (UTC 026)1 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

4/6/2026Sabine Woods (UTC 026)1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

4/6/2026Sabine Woods (UTC 026)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Anhinga

14/9/2026

Osprey

14/9/2026

Blue-winged Teal

14/7/2026

Northern Shoveler

14/7/2026

Sora

34/7/2026

Common Gallinule

44/7/2026

American Coot

14/7/2026

Black-necked Stilt

24/7/2026

Killdeer

14/7/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

14/7/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/7/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

14/7/2026

Least Sandpiper

14/7/2026

Forster's Tern

24/7/2026

Royal Tern

14/7/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

64/7/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

124/7/2026

Tricolored Heron

44/7/2026

Snowy Egret

24/7/2026

Northern Harrier

14/7/2026

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