Bolivar-Galveston Ferry

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bolivar-Galveston Ferry is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Lesser Scaup, Rock Pigeon, and Laughing Gull 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

3/6/2026Texas City Dike (UTC 074)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Lesser Scaup

23/2/2026

Rock Pigeon

203/2/2026

Laughing Gull

5003/2/2026

Forster's Tern

23/2/2026

Royal Tern

13/2/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

503/2/2026

American White Pelican

1003/2/2026

Brown Pelican

2003/2/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

503/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/1/2026

American Herring Gull

13/1/2026

Sandwich Tern

73/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

3/1/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

13/1/2026

Snowy Egret

13/1/2026

Osprey

13/1/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

13/1/2026

Brown Booby

32/24/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/24/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

32/22/2026

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 Bolivar-Galveston Ferry for birding?
The best months to visit Bolivar-Galveston Ferry for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bolivar-Galveston Ferry?
Notable species at Bolivar-Galveston Ferry include Lesser Scaup, Rock Pigeon, Laughing Gull, Forster's Tern, Royal Tern. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bolivar-Galveston Ferry?
Birding at Bolivar-Galveston Ferry is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bolivar-Galveston Ferry?
Bolivar-Galveston Ferry offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.