High Island - Houston Audubon Field Station

Texas · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
CoastalGrassland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

High Island - Houston Audubon Field Station is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 274 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and grassland habitat attracts White-winged Dove, Black Vulture, and Northern Mockingbird 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

White-winged Dove

33/2/2026

Black Vulture

33/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/2/2026

American Goldfinch

53/2/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

43/2/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

23/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/2/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

12/28/2026

Eastern Phoebe

12/28/2026

Blue-headed Vireo

12/28/2026

Purple Martin

22/28/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

12/28/2026

Carolina Wren

22/28/2026

European Starling

22/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

42/28/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

22/28/2026

Common Grackle

42/28/2026

Blue Jay

42/27/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

12/27/2026

Barn Swallow

12/26/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit High Island - Houston Audubon Field Station for birding?
The best months to visit High Island - Houston Audubon Field Station for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at High Island - Houston Audubon Field Station?
Notable species at High Island - Houston Audubon Field Station include White-winged Dove, Black Vulture, Northern Mockingbird, American Goldfinch, Great-tailed Grackle. The area supports coastal, grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at High Island - Houston Audubon Field Station?
Birding at High Island - Houston Audubon Field Station is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at High Island - Houston Audubon Field Station?
High Island - Houston Audubon Field Station offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.