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Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

Entrance Fee

$5 per person

Hours

Open daily, 8 AM - 5 PM

About This Location

Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 335 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Eurasian Collared-Dove, Inca Dove, and White-tipped 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

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

6/1/2026822 E Taylor Street, Harlingen TX 785501 observed

Yellow-green Vireo

Vireo flavoviridis

6/1/2026LRGV NWR--Cannon Road (LTC-050)1 observed

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

5/31/2026822 E Taylor Street, Harlingen TX 785501 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

26/1/2026

Plain Chachalaca

146/1/2026

Common Ground Dove

26/1/2026

White-tipped Dove

46/1/2026

White-winged Dove

156/1/2026

Mourning Dove

66/1/2026

Groove-billed Ani

16/1/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

66/1/2026

Chimney Swift

36/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/1/2026

Harris's Hawk

36/1/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

56/1/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Crested Caracara

26/1/2026

Brown-crested Flycatcher

56/1/2026

Great Kiskadee

26/1/2026

Tropical Kingbird

26/1/2026

Couch's Kingbird

26/1/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

16/1/2026

White-eyed Vireo

26/1/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Purchase your day pass online in advance to avoid wait times at the entrance station.

  5. 5

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville) for birding?
The best months to visit Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville)?
Notable species at Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville) include Eurasian Collared-Dove, Inca Dove, White-tipped Dove, White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, American Coot, Long-billed Curlew, Laughing Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, White Ibis, Snowy Egret, Great Egret. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville)?
Birding at Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
Is there an entrance fee at Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville)?
The entrance fee at Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville) is $5 per person. Hours: Open daily, 8 AM - 5 PM.
What amenities are available at Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville)?
Resaca de la Palma State Park WBC (Brownsville) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.