Forest birding habitat

Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Sanderling, Laughing Gull, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

6/2/2026Lovers Key SP1 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

6/2/2026Picayune Strand SF3 observed

Common Eider

Somateria mollissima

6/1/2026Lovers Key SP1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

6/1/2026Lovers Key SP1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

5/26/20269629 Wilshire Lakes Blvd, Naples US-FL 26.25040, -81.743722 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

5/20/2026Eagle Lakes Community Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

45/25/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

85/25/2026

Western Sandpiper

35/25/2026

Laughing Gull

155/25/2026

Royal Tern

15/25/2026

White Ibis

15/25/2026

Snowy Egret

45/25/2026

Osprey

65/25/2026

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 Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park?
Notable species at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park include Sanderling, Laughing Gull, Ring-billed Gull, Magnificent Frigatebird, Double-crested Cormorant. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park?
Birding at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park?
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.