Coastal birding habitat

Big Talbot Island State Park - Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp)

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Big Talbot Island State Park - Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp) is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Hooded Merganser, American Oystercatcher, and Black-bellied Plover 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

American Robin

Turdus migratorius

7/18/2026Arlington Park Cemetery1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

7/18/2026Walker's Landing6 observed

Marsh Wren (griseus)

Cistothorus palustris

7/13/2026Walker's Landing7 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

7/12/2026Cumberland Island National Seashore--South End Jetty1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Clapper Rail

17/18/2026

Black-necked Stilt

17/18/2026

Willet

17/18/2026

Least Sandpiper

37/18/2026

Laughing Gull

207/18/2026

Black Skimmer

87/18/2026

Least Tern

77/18/2026

Tricolored Heron

27/18/2026

Snowy Egret

107/18/2026

Green Heron

47/18/2026

Great Egret

207/18/2026

Osprey

17/18/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/18/2026

American Crow

17/18/2026

Carolina Wren

27/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/18/2026

Royal Tern

67/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/17/2026

Little Blue Heron

27/17/2026

Reddish Egret

17/17/2026

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 Big Talbot Island State Park - Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp) for birding?
The best months to visit Big Talbot Island State Park - Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Big Talbot Island State Park - Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp)?
Notable species at Big Talbot Island State Park - Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp) include Hooded Merganser, American Oystercatcher, Black-bellied Plover, Spotted Sandpiper, Willet. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Big Talbot Island State Park - Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp)?
Birding at Big Talbot Island State Park - Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Big Talbot Island State Park - Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp)?
Big Talbot Island State Park - Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.