Forest birding habitat

Charles Deering Estate

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Charles Deering Estate is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Yellow-crowned Night Heron, White-crowned Pigeon, and Mourning 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

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

6/2/2026Portofino Plaza Swallow Colony35 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

6/1/2026Fowey Rocks Lighthouse1 observed

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

5/31/2026Crandon Park1 observed

White-winged Parakeet

Brotogeris versicolurus

5/30/2026Cortadito Cowbirds1 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

5/29/2026Matheson Hammock Park1 observed

Clapper Rail

Rallus crepitans

5/29/2026Matheson Hammock Park2 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

5/27/2026Florida International University--Palmetum1 observed

Clapper Rail (Caribbean)

Rallus crepitans

5/24/2026Matheson Hammock Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-crowned Pigeon

26/2/2026

Egyptian Goose

136/2/2026

Anhinga

16/2/2026

White Ibis

76/2/2026

Green Heron

26/2/2026

Great Egret

16/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

46/2/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Chestnut-fronted Macaw

16/2/2026

Red-masked Parakeet

16/2/2026

Fish Crow

56/2/2026

European Starling

86/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

76/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

Muscovy Duck

756/2/2026

Limpkin

16/2/2026

Blue-and-yellow Macaw

66/2/2026

White-winged Dove

26/2/2026

Mourning Dove

56/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

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 Charles Deering Estate for birding?
The best months to visit Charles Deering Estate for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Charles Deering Estate?
Notable species at Charles Deering Estate include Yellow-crowned Night Heron, White-crowned Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Spotted Sandpiper, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Charles Deering Estate?
Birding at Charles Deering Estate is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Charles Deering Estate?
Charles Deering Estate offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.