Forest birding habitat

Tuna Rd, Bolivar

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Tuna Rd, Bolivar is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Clapper Rail, Sedge Wren, and Seaside Sparrow 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

7/20/2026High Island--Houston Audubon Field Station1 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

7/20/2026Smith Point--Candy Abshier WMA (UTC 048)(GCBO Hawk Watch loc.)1 observed

American Flamingo

Phoenicopterus ruber

7/20/2026Bolivar-Galveston Ferry8 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

27/15/2026

Mourning Dove

47/15/2026

Chimney Swift

17/15/2026

Laughing Gull

47/15/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

17/15/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/15/2026

Green Heron

17/15/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

47/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/15/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/15/2026

Purple Martin

337/15/2026

Barn Swallow

27/15/2026

European Starling

87/15/2026

Northern Mockingbird

47/15/2026

Seaside Sparrow

37/15/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

17/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

47/15/2026

Common Yellowthroat

37/15/2026

Common Nighthawk

27/12/2026

Killdeer

17/12/2026

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 Tuna Rd, Bolivar for birding?
The best months to visit Tuna Rd, Bolivar for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Tuna Rd, Bolivar?
Notable species at Tuna Rd, Bolivar include Clapper Rail, Sedge Wren, Seaside Sparrow, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tuna Rd, Bolivar?
Birding at Tuna Rd, Bolivar is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tuna Rd, Bolivar?
Tuna Rd, Bolivar offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.