Lake birding habitat

San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 253 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, American Coot, and Black-necked Stilt 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

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

4/16/2026Quintana Neotropical Bird Sanctuary (UTC 121)1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/15/2026Quintana Neotropical Bird Sanctuary (UTC 121)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

504/13/2026

Northern Shoveler

124/13/2026

Common Gallinule

404/13/2026

American Coot

204/13/2026

Black-necked Stilt

304/13/2026

Killdeer

24/13/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

24/13/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

64/13/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

304/13/2026

Gull-billed Tern

24/13/2026

Forster's Tern

24/13/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

24/13/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

64/13/2026

White Ibis

24/13/2026

White-faced Ibis

14/13/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

24/13/2026

Little Blue Heron

84/13/2026

Tricolored Heron

64/13/2026

Snowy Egret

34/13/2026

Great Egret

24/13/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop for birding?
The best months to visit San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop?
Notable species at San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop include Snow Goose, American Coot, Black-necked Stilt, Forster's Tern, Great Egret. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop?
Birding at San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop?
San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.