Birding Checklists and Resources
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Local Checklists
These handy checklists will help you discover the types of birds you may encounter in Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend.
Larry Jordan’s Checklist of Corpus Christi Birds (Printable List)
In this list, you will find a quick reference for seasonal birds in the Corpus Christi area compiled by member Larry Jordan.
Mel Cooksey’s Bird ID Lit
This comprehensive checklist of birds of Nueces County is a must-see treasure trove of information for both birdwatchers and ornithologists. It has been compiled over the last decade by Mel Cooksey, author and member of the Audubon Outdoor Club.
COMING SOON Audubon Outdoor Club’s Birding Sites of Corpus Christi & the Coastal Bend (Printable List)
Looking for a plain-text list of local and regional birding sites to use when you're offline? Print or download our comprehensive list of Birding Sites of Corpus Christi & the Coastal Bend, complete with driving directions and need-to-know notes.
Visit Corpus Christi Birding Guide
Sponsored by the City of Corpus Christi Visitor Center, this link has a lot of relevant information about birding the Coastal Bend.
Additional Resources
Lower Rio Grande Valley Birding Hotline
Maintained by Ms Mary Gustafson, this blog provides information relevant to rare bird sightings and birding the Rio Grande Valley.
eBird.org Alerts
Rare bird alerts for the region are available through eBird.
Citizen Science by the Cornell Lab
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology has a variety of citizen science projects you can take part in! These include the Great Backyard Bird Count, Project Feederwatch, Urban Birds and more.