Guadalupe Delta Wildlife Management Area - Calhoun County

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Guadalupe Delta Wildlife Management Area - Calhoun County is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 305 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Common Gallinule, and White-faced Ibis 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-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

3/4/2026Aransas NWR--Visitors Center/HQ1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

2/28/2026Aransas NWR--Rail Trail1 observed

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

2/28/20261–99 Wildlife Cir, Rockport US-TX 28.30810, -96.804461 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

2/23/2026Aransas NWR--Rail Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

33/1/2026

Common Gallinule

33/1/2026

White-faced Ibis

13/1/2026

Snowy Egret

13/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/1/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

13/1/2026

Northern Shoveler

542/28/2026

Gadwall

62/28/2026

American Wigeon

242/28/2026

Northern Pintail

22/28/2026

Canvasback

72/28/2026

Ring-necked Duck

22/28/2026

Lesser Scaup

22/28/2026

American Coot

522/28/2026

Black-necked Stilt

32/28/2026

Forster's Tern

272/28/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

82/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

52/28/2026

White Ibis

32/28/2026

Tricolored Heron

32/28/2026

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 Guadalupe Delta Wildlife Management Area - Calhoun County for birding?
The best months to visit Guadalupe Delta Wildlife Management Area - Calhoun County for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Guadalupe Delta Wildlife Management Area - Calhoun County?
Notable species at Guadalupe Delta Wildlife Management Area - Calhoun County include Blue-winged Teal, Common Gallinule, White-faced Ibis, Snowy Egret, Red-winged Blackbird. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Guadalupe Delta Wildlife Management Area - Calhoun County?
Birding at Guadalupe Delta Wildlife Management Area - Calhoun County is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Guadalupe Delta Wildlife Management Area - Calhoun County?
Guadalupe Delta Wildlife Management Area - Calhoun County offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.