Matagorda Collection

Agnes Reston (1771-1856), known as The Heroine of Matagorda, wife of Sergeant Reston of the 94th Regiment of Foot. In 1810, during an early phase of the Siege of Cadiz by the French

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, Crotelus atrox, Welder Flats, TX

Great Egret in salt marsh, Ardea alba, Espiritu Santo Bay, Texas

American Widgeon bathing, Anas americana, Welder flats, Texas

American Widgeon pair feeding, Anas americana, Welder flats, Texas

Gull-billed Terns, Sterna nilotica, Welder flats, Texas

American Avocets, Recurvirostra americana, Welder flats, Texas

American Wigeon, Anas americana, Welder flats, Texas

American Widgeon, Anas americana, Welder flats, Texas

Gull-billed Terns in courtship, Sterna nilotica, Welder flats, Texas

Female Gadwall bathing, Anas strepera, Welder flats, Texas

Semipalmated plover feeding on worms, Charadrius semipalmatus, Welder flats, Texas

Kayaking along intracoastal waterway, Welder flats, Texas

Blue-winged Teal preening, Anas discors, Welder Flats, Texas

View of Matagorda. (Taken from the Bay. Sept. 1860)

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La Salle landing in Matagorda Bay Texas to colonize Louisiana Terrritory and the Mississippi valley area, 1685. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

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Matagorda, a place rich in history and natural beauty, and is here that Agnes Reston, also known as The Heroine of Matagorda, made her mark on the world. Born in 1771 and passing away in 1856, she left behind a legacy of bravery and resilience. As we explore this enchanting region of Texas, we encounter the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake slithering through Welder Flats. Its venomous presence reminds us to tread carefully amidst nature's wonders. In Espiritu Santo Bay, we witness the gracefulness of the Great Egret as it glides through salt marshes. Its elegant white plumage stands out against the vibrant backdrop of its habitat. The American Widgeon takes center stage at Welder Flats, engaging in various activities that showcase their playful nature. From bathing joyfully to feeding together as pairs, they bring life and color to these wetlands. A tiny Semipalmated Plover scurries along Welder Flats' sandy shores with remarkable speed. This small bird serves as a reminder that even the tiniest creatures play an essential role in our ecosystem. Gull-billed Terns soar above Welder Flats with their distinctive black caps and sharp beaks ready for a feast. Their aerial acrobatics captivate observers while highlighting their hunting prowess. Amongst all these magnificent species are the striking American Avocets gracefully wading through shallow waters. With their long legs and curved bills perfectly adapted for sifting food from mudflats, they epitomize elegance in motion. Matagorda's diverse wildlife showcases North America's natural splendor within Texas' borders. Here at Welder flats lies an oasis where birds like American Wigeons find solace during migration seasons - a testament to this area's importance for avian conservation efforts. So come immerse yourself in Matagorda's wonders, where history and nature intertwine.