Lake birding habitat

Wallisville Lake Project - JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Wallisville Lake Project - JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Osprey, Rock Pigeon, and Common Gallinule 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

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/23/2026Montgomery Property1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

25/22/2026

Mourning Dove

125/22/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/22/2026

Common Gallinule

45/22/2026

Purple Gallinule

95/22/2026

Black-necked Stilt

65/22/2026

Killdeer

115/22/2026

Black Tern

15/22/2026

Sandwich Tern

65/22/2026

Royal Tern

15/22/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

65/22/2026

White Ibis

75/22/2026

White-faced Ibis

105/22/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

25/22/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

15/22/2026

Little Blue Heron

15/22/2026

Tricolored Heron

25/22/2026

Snowy Egret

205/22/2026

Great Egret

45/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

35/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Wallisville Lake Project - JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace for birding?
The best months to visit Wallisville Lake Project - JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Wallisville Lake Project - JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace?
Notable species at Wallisville Lake Project - JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace include Osprey, Rock Pigeon, Common Gallinule, Greater Yellowlegs, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wallisville Lake Project - JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace?
Birding at Wallisville Lake Project - JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wallisville Lake Project - JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace?
Wallisville Lake Project - JJ Mayes Wildlife Trace offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.