Forest birding habitat

Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 270 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, and Lesser Nighthawk 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

Yellow-green Vireo

Vireo flavoviridis

7/20/20261240 High School Rd, Bolivar Peninsula US-TX 29.56308, -94.388191 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

47/16/2026

Blue-winged Teal

37/16/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/16/2026

White-winged Dove

37/16/2026

Mourning Dove

27/16/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/16/2026

Common Nighthawk

27/16/2026

Chimney Swift

17/16/2026

Common Gallinule

107/16/2026

Purple Gallinule

27/16/2026

Willet

27/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

267/16/2026

Laughing Gull

137/16/2026

Forster's Tern

137/16/2026

Sandwich Tern

37/16/2026

Royal Tern

317/16/2026

Anhinga

77/16/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

2507/16/2026

White Ibis

1257/16/2026

White-faced Ibis

27/16/2026

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 Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff) for birding?
The best months to visit Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff)?
Notable species at Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff) include Blue-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, Lesser Nighthawk, Common Gallinule, American Coot. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff)?
Birding at Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff)?
Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.