Texas Coast Grand Slam Birding Tour — Past Programme
A documented eight-day spring migration route from Galveston to McAllen, combining Texas coast birding with Rio Grande Valley specialities.
About this tour
This listing documents David Tonnessen’s completed Texas Coast Grand Slam programme from April 19–26, 2023. It is presented as a past itinerary; no future departure is currently confirmed.
The eight-day route began in Galveston and finished in McAllen, combining famous migration locations along the Texas coast with the Rio Grande Valley. The programme prioritized strong views and photography of regional specialities while tallying the wider spring migration of songbirds and shorebirds.
Published highlights include Green Jay, Audubon’s Oriole, Great Kiskadee, Green and Ringed Kingfishers, Plain Chachalaca and Altamira Oriole. Send an inquiry through BirdWatch.info only if you would like to ask whether a similar future programme may be offered.
Birds you can spot
Icterus gularis
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Icterus graduacauda
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Vireo atricapilla
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Setophaga chrysoparia
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Melanerpes aurifrons
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Pitangus sulphuratus
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Geococcyx californianus
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Cyanocorax luxuosus
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Chloroceryle americana
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Ortalis vetula
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Megaceryle torquata
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Tyrannus forficatus
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Pyrocephalus obscurus
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Organizer
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Itinerary ▼
The completed programme covered eight days from Galveston to McAllen, visiting recognised birding locations each morning and including one rest day. The exact day-by-day sequence is available on request on the current tour information.
Locations & map
- Galveston and the Upper Texas Coast - Texas United States (Coastal migration sites for songbirds, shorebirds and waterbirds.)
- Rio Grande Valley - Texas United States (Subtropical South Texas habitats with regional specialities.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Past programme: April 19–26, 2023; future departures available on request
Price: Price on request
Included
- Bird guiding across the published route - Historical programme; future inclusions are available on request.
- Future dates, pricing and package inclusions - No future departure is currently confirmed.
Transport & stays
- Overland route Historical programme travelled from Galveston to McAllen. | Meet: Galveston, Texas | Pickup: Future arrangements, if any, must be confirmed after inquiry.
Policies & FAQ
Are dates and availability current?
This listing is based on the guide’s published programme and is being reviewed. Send an inquiry through BirdWatch.info to confirm current dates, availability and final arrangements.