San Benito - Earley rd.

Texas · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFallWinter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

San Benito - Earley rd. is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 234 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Great Egret, Eastern Phoebe, and Vermilion Flycatcher among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Great Egret Eastern Phoebe Vermilion Flycatcher Black-bellied Whistling-Duck Lesser Scaup

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

3/5/2026Laguna Atascosa NWR--Lakeside Drive1 observed

Limpkin

Aramus guarauna

3/1/2026San Benito - Resaca de los Fresnos at Russell1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/1/2026El Zacatal (LTC-052)5 observed

Monk Parakeet

Myiopsitta monachus

2/28/2026Saintsgirl6 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

2/26/2026My Texas Yard1 observed

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

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Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

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Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit San Benito - Earley rd. for birding?▼

The best months to visit San Benito - Earley rd. for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at San Benito - Earley rd.?▼

Notable species at San Benito - Earley rd. include Great Egret, Eastern Phoebe, Vermilion Flycatcher, Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Lesser Scaup. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at San Benito - Earley rd.?▼

Birding at San Benito - Earley rd. is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at San Benito - Earley rd.?▼

San Benito - Earley rd. offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.