FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 270 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, and Northern Harrier 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

Lesser Nighthawk

Chordeiles acutipennis

3/3/2026Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff)1 observed

Least Grebe

Tachybaptus dominicus

2/28/2026Anahuac Entrance Road1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

2/26/2026St Matthew’s Church1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

23/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/5/2026

Northern Harrier

23/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/5/2026

American Kestrel

43/5/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

13/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

503/5/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

33/5/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

122/28/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

22/28/2026

White-faced Ibis

502/28/2026

Snowy Egret

12/28/2026

White-tailed Hawk

22/28/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 for birding?
The best months to visit FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124?
Notable species at FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 include Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Northern Harrier, Red-tailed Hawk, American Kestrel. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124?
Birding at FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124?
FM1985 b/w Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge main entrance rd & TX124 offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.