Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - General Area

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - General Area is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Blue-winged Teal, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/5/2026Emeralda marsh conservation area1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

3/5/2026Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf1 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

3/5/20265904 Barclay Ct, Wildwood US-FL 28.78972, -81.972066 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

3/5/2026PEAR Park, Leesburg US-FL 28.72928, -81.874811 observed

Gray-headed Swamphen

Porphyrio poliocephalus

3/5/2026Emeralda Marsh CA--Wildlife Drive2 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

3/4/2026Leesburg Waterfront - Venetian Gardens & Marina1 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

3/4/2026Lake Dora and Dora Canal, Mount Dora, Florida, US (28.787, -81.68)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

23/4/2026

Blue-winged Teal

23/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

143/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

Common Gallinule

403/4/2026

American Coot

1503/4/2026

Limpkin

43/4/2026

Killdeer

13/4/2026

Wilson's Snipe

13/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/4/2026

Forster's Tern

173/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/4/2026

Anhinga

233/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

23/4/2026

White Ibis

73/4/2026

Glossy Ibis

433/4/2026

Least Bittern

13/4/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

23/4/2026

Little Blue Heron

13/4/2026

Tricolored Heron

53/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - General Area for birding?
The best months to visit Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - General Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - General Area?
Notable species at Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - General Area include Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, Mourning Dove, Common Gallinule. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - General Area?
Birding at Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - General Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - General Area?
Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - General Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.