Foley

Alabama · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Foley is a productive birding destination in Alabama, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Inca Dove, and White-winged Dove 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

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

3/6/2026Union Camp1 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

3/5/202698 Paddock Dr, Fairhope, Alabama, US (30.512, -87.916)2 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/4/2026Foley1 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

3/4/2026Foley3 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/4/2026Foley2 observed

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

3/3/2026Foley1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/2/20268386 Jonesboro Road, Daphne, Alabama, US (30.597, -87.879)2 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/2/2026Foley1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

2/28/202698 Paddock Dr, Fairhope, Alabama, US (30.512, -87.916)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

153/4/2026

Inca Dove

33/4/2026

White-winged Dove

13/4/2026

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

13/4/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

23/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/4/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/4/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/4/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/4/2026

Carolina Wren

23/4/2026

Brown Thrasher

13/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/4/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/4/2026

Cedar Waxwing

93/4/2026

Scaly-breasted Munia

13/4/2026

House Sparrow

23/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Foley for birding?
The best months to visit Foley for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Foley?
Notable species at Foley include Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Inca Dove, White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, Ruby-throated Hummingbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Foley?
Birding at Foley is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Foley?
Foley offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.