Urban Park birding habitat

Eagle Lakes Community Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Eagle Lakes Community Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 254 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Fulvous Whistling-Duck, and Blue-winged Teal 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

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/17/2026123 Bayshore Way, Goodland US-FL 25.92737, -81.64642 (Crabby Flats)1 observed

Great Blue Heron (Great White)

Ardea herodias

7/10/2026Barefoot Beach County Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

367/10/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

127/10/2026

Common Gallinule

67/10/2026

Black-necked Stilt

17/10/2026

Royal Tern

57/10/2026

Anhinga

27/10/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

27/10/2026

White Ibis

67/10/2026

Glossy Ibis

37/10/2026

Tricolored Heron

27/10/2026

Green Heron

17/10/2026

Great Egret

27/10/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/10/2026

Brown Pelican

17/10/2026

Osprey

17/10/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/10/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/10/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

27/10/2026

Blue Jay

27/10/2026

Fish Crow

47/10/2026

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 Eagle Lakes Community Park for birding?
The best months to visit Eagle Lakes Community Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Eagle Lakes Community Park?
Notable species at Eagle Lakes Community Park include Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Fulvous Whistling-Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Mottled Duck. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Eagle Lakes Community Park?
Birding at Eagle Lakes Community Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Eagle Lakes Community Park?
Eagle Lakes Community Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.