Forest birding habitat

Meaher State Park

Alabama · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Meaher State Park is a productive birding destination in Alabama, with 240 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Common Gallinule, Killdeer, and Greater Yellowlegs 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

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/24/2026Stonebrook1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

5/23/2026Jackson oak3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

36/2/2026

Canada Goose

86/2/2026

Mourning Dove

76/2/2026

Common Gallinule

106/2/2026

Purple Gallinule

26/2/2026

Killdeer

26/2/2026

Laughing Gull

46/2/2026

Gull-billed Tern

16/2/2026

Royal Tern

16/2/2026

Anhinga

76/2/2026

White Ibis

46/2/2026

Great Egret

56/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/2/2026

Osprey

56/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

26/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

26/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

26/2/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/2/2026

White-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

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 Meaher State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Meaher State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Meaher State Park?
Notable species at Meaher State Park include Common Gallinule, Killdeer, Greater Yellowlegs, Laughing Gull, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Meaher State Park?
Birding at Meaher State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Meaher State Park?
Meaher State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.