Forest birding habitat

Port Mansfield Nature Trail

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Port Mansfield Nature Trail is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Northern Bobwhite, Wild Turkey, and Rock Pigeon 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

Magnificent Frigatebird

Fregata magnificens

4/12/20261207 Mansfield Dr, Raymondville US-TX 26.54754, -97.435461 observed

Wood Stork

Mycteria americana

4/8/202625853–25871 Zinnia Rd, Lyford US-TX 26.42482, -97.583581 observed

Sooty Tern

Onychoprion fuscatus

4/7/2026Mansfield Spoil Island1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

4/7/2026Willacy Co.—TX186 pond2 observed

Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

4/4/2026Willacy Co.--Wildlife Rd.1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

4/4/2026Willacy Co.--Wildlife Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

24/10/2026

Rock Pigeon

14/10/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

74/10/2026

Inca Dove

34/10/2026

Mourning Dove

164/10/2026

Buff-bellied Hummingbird

44/10/2026

Killdeer

14/10/2026

Laughing Gull

214/10/2026

Franklin's Gull

1904/10/2026

Sandwich Tern

14/10/2026

Royal Tern

34/10/2026

White Ibis

84/10/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

14/10/2026

Green Heron

14/10/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

74/10/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/10/2026

American White Pelican

354/10/2026

Brown Pelican

24/10/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/10/2026

White-tailed Kite

14/10/2026

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 Port Mansfield Nature Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Port Mansfield Nature Trail for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Port Mansfield Nature Trail?
Notable species at Port Mansfield Nature Trail include Northern Bobwhite, Wild Turkey, Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Port Mansfield Nature Trail?
Birding at Port Mansfield Nature Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Port Mansfield Nature Trail?
Port Mansfield Nature Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.