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Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (Terrebonne Parish)

Louisiana · Southeast

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Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (Terrebonne Parish) is a productive birding destination in Louisiana, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Great Blue HeronRed-winged BlackbirdMallardGreen HeronVirginia Rail

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Great-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus mexicanus

3/3/20267144 Touloulou Street, Chauvin, Louisiana, US (29.317, -90.646)1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

3/1/202628 Dallas Dr, Houma US-LA 29.57247, -90.740691 observed

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

2/28/202670344, Chauvin US-LA 29.24890, -90.666461 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

2/23/2026Bayou Blue Mom's Backyard1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

2/21/2026Southdown Loop and Trail, Valhi Blvd, Houma25 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

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Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (Terrebonne Parish) for birding?▼
The best months to visit Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (Terrebonne Parish) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (Terrebonne Parish)?▼
Notable species at Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (Terrebonne Parish) include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (Terrebonne Parish)?▼
Birding at Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (Terrebonne Parish) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (Terrebonne Parish)?▼
Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (Terrebonne Parish) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.