Forest birding habitat

Suter Wildlife Refuge

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Suter Wildlife Refuge is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 309 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

7/20/2026Auto selected 27.55145, -97.236241 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

7/20/2026Home, Port Aransas, Texas, US2 observed

Common Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

7/19/2026Nueces Co Rd 51 South of FM 702 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

7/18/2026Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Ctr. (CTC 057)1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

7/16/2026Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture8 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/16/2026Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture8 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

7/16/2026Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture2 observed

Seaside Sparrow

Ammospiza maritima

7/15/2026Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

7/14/2026Home, Port Aransas, Texas, US1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

27/15/2026

White-winged Dove

17/15/2026

Mourning Dove

27/15/2026

Common Nighthawk

17/15/2026

Chimney Swift

27/15/2026

Black-necked Stilt

37/15/2026

Marbled Godwit

17/15/2026

Willet

27/15/2026

Laughing Gull

287/15/2026

Black Skimmer

17/15/2026

Royal Tern

57/15/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

37/15/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

27/15/2026

Tricolored Heron

17/15/2026

Reddish Egret

27/15/2026

Snowy Egret

37/15/2026

Green Heron

17/15/2026

Great Egret

37/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

47/15/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

17/15/2026

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 Suter Wildlife Refuge for birding?
The best months to visit Suter Wildlife Refuge for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Suter Wildlife Refuge?
Notable species at Suter Wildlife Refuge include Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Green-winged Teal, Lesser Scaup. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Suter Wildlife Refuge?
Birding at Suter Wildlife Refuge is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Suter Wildlife Refuge?
Suter Wildlife Refuge offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.