Forest birding habitat

White Point & Koonce Loop

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

White Point & Koonce Loop is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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 Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

7/16/2026Welder Wildlife Foundation--HQ (restricted access)1 observed

Yellow-green Vireo

Vireo flavoviridis

7/14/2026Yellow-Green Vireo stakeout, Corpus Christi (observe only from sidewalk)1 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

7/12/2026Welder Wildlife Foundation--HQ (restricted access)1 observed

Hooded Crow

Corvus cornix

7/9/2026Elizabeth's Restaurant/The Art Museum1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

17/15/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/15/2026

White-winged Dove

37/15/2026

Mourning Dove

107/15/2026

Groove-billed Ani

47/15/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/15/2026

Laughing Gull

37/15/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

17/15/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

17/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/15/2026

Brown-crested Flycatcher

27/15/2026

Couch's Kingbird

27/15/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

17/15/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

17/15/2026

Purple Martin

97/15/2026

Barn Swallow

17/15/2026

Cliff Swallow

37/15/2026

European Starling

147/15/2026

Northern Mockingbird

27/15/2026

House Sparrow

67/15/2026

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 White Point & Koonce Loop for birding?
The best months to visit White Point & Koonce Loop for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at White Point & Koonce Loop?
Notable species at White Point & Koonce Loop include Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Long-billed Curlew. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at White Point & Koonce Loop?
Birding at White Point & Koonce Loop is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at White Point & Koonce Loop?
White Point & Koonce Loop offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.