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

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

7/12/2026Tropical Park1 observed

Nanday Parakeet

Aratinga nenday

7/12/20261700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida, US (25.792, -80.135)3 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

7/10/2026Biscayne NP--Dante Fascell Visitor Center1 observed

Mangrove Cuckoo

Coccyzus minor

7/9/2026Black Point Park and Marina1 observed

Clapper Rail

Rallus crepitans

7/9/2026Matheson Hammock Park1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

7/5/2026Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

7/5/2026Crandon Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Egyptian Goose

37/12/2026

Muscovy Duck

707/12/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/12/2026

Mourning Dove

17/12/2026

Chimney Swift

27/12/2026

Common Gallinule

107/12/2026

Limpkin

17/12/2026

Anhinga

17/12/2026

White Ibis

147/12/2026

Green Heron

17/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

67/12/2026

Blue-and-yellow Macaw

67/12/2026

Mitred Parakeet

27/12/2026

White-eyed Parakeet

27/12/2026

Blue Jay

67/12/2026

Fish Crow

87/12/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/12/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

17/12/2026

Yellow-throated Warbler

27/12/2026

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.