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

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/5/202666–98 Texas City Dike Rd, Texas City US-TX 29.37703, -94.845861 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

3/4/2026Dike Road, Texas City, Texas, US (29.377, -94.847)6 observed

Lesser Nighthawk

Chordeiles acutipennis

3/3/2026Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff)1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/3/20261218 Plummer Camp Road, Anahuac, Texas, US (29.525, -94.762)2 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

3/3/20261218 Plummer Camp Road, Anahuac, Texas, US (29.525, -94.762)2 observed

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

3/3/20261218 Plummer Camp Road, Anahuac, Texas, US (29.525, -94.762)6 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

2/28/2026GCBO Abshier Mosquito Research Conservancy1 observed

Least Grebe

Tachybaptus dominicus

2/28/2026Anahuac Entrance Road1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

2/26/2026St Matthew’s Church1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Clapper Rail

13/2/2026

Sedge Wren

23/2/2026

Seaside Sparrow

33/2/2026

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.