Urban Park birding habitat

Black Point Park and Marina

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Black Point Park and Marina is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Wood Stork, and Double-crested Cormorant 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

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

7/19/2026Palmetto Bay Village Center1 observed

Smooth-billed Ani

Crotophaga ani

7/18/2026L31W Canal (north of SR9336)2 observed

Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

7/16/2026Ingraham Highway, Homestead, Florida, US (25.404, -80.556)2 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

7/13/2026CP Jetty, US-FL (25.4632,-80.3339)1 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

7/12/2026Tropical Park1 observed

Yellow-green Vireo

Vireo flavoviridis

7/10/2026Crocodile Lake NWR1 observed

Mangrove Cuckoo

Coccyzus minor

7/9/2026Black Point Park and Marina1 observed

Clapper Rail

Rallus crepitans

7/9/2026Matheson Hammock Park1 observed

Belted Kingfisher

Megaceryle alcyon

7/7/2026Crocodile Lake NWR1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

57/17/2026

Common Nighthawk

17/17/2026

White Ibis

27/17/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

27/17/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/17/2026

Green Heron

17/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/17/2026

Black Vulture

27/17/2026

Gray Kingbird

17/17/2026

Blue Jay

17/17/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

37/17/2026

Common Myna

17/17/2026

Mourning Dove

27/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/17/2026

Northern Mockingbird

27/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/17/2026

Black Skimmer

17/15/2026

Magnificent Frigatebird

17/15/2026

Anhinga

17/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

37/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Black Point Park and Marina for birding?
The best months to visit Black Point Park and Marina for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Black Point Park and Marina?
Notable species at Black Point Park and Marina include Mourning Dove, Wood Stork, Double-crested Cormorant, Brown Pelican, Black Vulture. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Black Point Park and Marina?
Birding at Black Point Park and Marina is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Black Point Park and Marina?
Black Point Park and Marina offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.