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

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

6/1/2026Blucher Park (CTC 071)1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

6/1/2026Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Ctr. (CTC 057)1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/30/2026Mustang Island SP (CTC 060)2 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

5/30/2026Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Ctr. (CTC 057)1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/30/2026Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Ctr. (CTC 057)3 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

5/30/2026Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Ctr. (CTC 057)1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/30/2026Holt Paradise Pond, Port Aransas1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/28/2026La Casa Oso1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

5/28/20261915 Pullin Road, Port Aransas, Texas, US (27.82, -97.076)1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/27/2026Mustang Island SP- Bathhouse area16 observed

Glossy x White-faced Ibis (hybrid)

Plegadis falcinellus x chihi

5/25/2026County Road 18, Nueces County1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Great Egret

15/30/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/30/2026

Great Kiskadee

15/30/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/30/2026

House Sparrow

15/30/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

55/30/2026

Northern Cardinal

25/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Laughing Gull

45/30/2026

Little Blue Heron

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/30/2026

Couch's Kingbird

15/30/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

15/30/2026

Painted Bunting

15/30/2026

Least Tern

15/27/2026

Forster's Tern

15/27/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

15/27/2026

Osprey

15/27/2026

Barn Swallow

35/27/2026

European Starling

15/27/2026

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.