TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts White-tailed Kite, Roseate Spoonbill, and Black Vulture 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

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

3/5/2026Laguna Atascosa NWR--Lakeside Drive1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

3/5/2026South Padre Is.--Birding and Nature Center1 observed

Brown Booby

Sula leucogaster

3/5/2026218 W Cora Lee Dr, South Padre Island US-TX 26.12605, -97.174094 observed

Kentucky Warbler

Geothlypis formosa

3/4/2026South Padre Is.--Valley Land Fund lots (LTC 036)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-tailed Kite

13/4/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

13/2/2026

Black Vulture

13/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

93/2/2026

Osprey

43/2/2026

American Kestrel

23/2/2026

Peregrine Falcon

13/2/2026

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 TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy for birding?
The best months to visit TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy?
Notable species at TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy include White-tailed Kite, Roseate Spoonbill, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Osprey. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy?
Birding at TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy?
TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.