Coastal birding habitat

Belle Glade Marina & Torry Island

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Belle Glade Marina & Torry Island is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Common Gallinule, and Little Blue Heron 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

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

7/14/2026Browns Farm Rd.1 observed

Cave Swallow

Petrochelidon fulva

7/14/20266 Mile Bend Sod Fields6 observed

Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

7/13/2026A-2 Reservoir2 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

7/12/2026Browns Farm Rd.2 observed

Cave Swallow (Caribbean)

Petrochelidon fulva

7/12/2026Browns Farm Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

97/13/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

107/13/2026

Mourning Dove

207/13/2026

Common Gallinule

107/13/2026

Purple Gallinule

57/13/2026

Gray-headed Swamphen

27/13/2026

Limpkin

67/13/2026

Killdeer

17/13/2026

Anhinga

27/13/2026

White Ibis

17/13/2026

Tricolored Heron

27/13/2026

Green Heron

17/13/2026

Great Egret

37/13/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/13/2026

Osprey

77/13/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/13/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

37/13/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/13/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

37/13/2026

Blue Jay

27/13/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Belle Glade Marina & Torry Island for birding?
The best months to visit Belle Glade Marina & Torry Island for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Belle Glade Marina & Torry Island?
Notable species at Belle Glade Marina & Torry Island include Mourning Dove, Common Gallinule, Little Blue Heron, Osprey, Eastern Phoebe. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Belle Glade Marina & Torry Island?
Birding at Belle Glade Marina & Torry Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Belle Glade Marina & Torry Island?
Belle Glade Marina & Torry Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.