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Cattail Marsh Birds

The Best Birding in Southeast Texas

If you're an avid birder, or simply a beginner looking to get started, you've come to the right place! Beaumont, Texas is located near the Gulf, known for its globally unique ecosystem with a diversity of habitats, fish and wildlife. Gulf habitats are essential to the annual cycles of many species of breeding, wintering and migrating waterfowl, wading birds, shorebirds and songbirds. In addition, Beaumont is bordered by the Pineywoods of East Texas where over 350 species of birds are spotted annually.

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Birds Of Beaumont

All year round, Beaumont, TX, becomes a vibrant haven for migrating birds. 300 unique species have been spotted at Cattail Marsh. Species like the Painted Bunting, Roseate Spoonbill, and various warblers flock to Beaumont's lush wetlands and parks. Popular spots like Cattail Marsh Scenic Wetlands and Tyrrell Park offer birders a chance to observe these magnificent birds in their natural habitat.

Seen Year Round Great Blue Heron

Majestic wader with a blue-gray body and long legs, often seen in wetlands.

Migratory bird on Texas Gulf Coast

Seen During Apr-Sept Yellow Warbler

Bright yellow songbird, often found in willows and thickets.

yellow warbler

Seen During Nov-Mar Green-Winged Teal

Small duck with a green wing patch, frequents marshes and ponds.

Green-Winged Teal

Seen During Apr-Oct Purple Gallinules

Colorful marsh bird with purple plumage, known for its colors and calls.

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Seen During Mar-Oct American Avocet

Elegant shorebird with upturned bill, commonly found in shallow waters.

Migratory birds on Texas Gulf Coast

Seen Year Round Black-Bellied Whistling Duck

Distinctive whistling call and pink bill, often seen in wetlands.

Black-Bellied Whistling Duck

Seen Year Round Red-Winged Black Bird

Black bird with red and yellow shoulder patches, spotted in marshes.

Red-Winged Black Bird

Seen Year Round American White Ibis

White wader with a long, curved bill, seen in wetlands and marshes.

American White Ibis