Coastal birding habitat

Selkirk Island area

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Selkirk Island area is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 237 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

King Rail

Rallus elegans

4/17/2026Mad Island WMA- Crab Lake area5 observed

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

4/9/2026Mad Island Marsh Preserve / WMA (CTC 007)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

24/17/2026

Blue-winged Teal

34/17/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

14/17/2026

Killdeer

64/17/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

84/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/17/2026

Willet

14/17/2026

Least Sandpiper

64/17/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

14/17/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

14/17/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

554/17/2026

American White Pelican

74/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

134/17/2026

White-eyed Vireo

14/17/2026

Tree Swallow

94/17/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

64/17/2026

Barn Swallow

124/17/2026

Cliff Swallow

54/17/2026

Cave Swallow

44/17/2026

Northern Mockingbird

24/17/2026

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