Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park

Florida · Southeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Great Blue Heron, Turkey Vulture, and Osprey among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Great Blue Heron Turkey Vulture Osprey Red-shouldered Hawk Belted Kingfisher

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/17/2026Lake Munson Preserve Park & Dam1 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

7/17/2026Apalachicola National Forest, Tallahassee US-FL 30.31658, -84.442003 observed

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

7/16/2026FAMU Gym Pond1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

7/15/2026Florida State University1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

37/8/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/8/2026

White-eyed Vireo

27/8/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/8/2026

Summer Tanager

27/8/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/8/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

37/8/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/8/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/8/2026

Blue Jay

47/8/2026

Carolina Wren

47/8/2026

Brown Thrasher

17/8/2026

Eastern Towhee

27/8/2026

Pine Warbler

17/8/2026

Northern Cardinal

47/8/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Florida Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Florida →

Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park?▼

Notable species at Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park include Great Blue Heron, Turkey Vulture, Osprey, Red-shouldered Hawk, Belted Kingfisher. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park?▼

Birding at Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park?▼

Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.