Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade co.)

Florida · Southeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade co.) is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Anhinga, Turkey Vulture, and Swallow-tailed Kite among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Anhinga Turkey Vulture Swallow-tailed Kite Eastern Phoebe Blue Jay

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

5/31/2026Everglades NP--Flamingo Campground1 observed

Smooth-billed Ani

Crotophaga ani

5/31/2026Frog Pond WMA--Area between SW 376th St and SR93363 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

5/30/2026L31W Canal (north of SR9336)1 observed

Antillean Nighthawk

Chordeiles gundlachii

5/26/2026L31W Canal (north of SR9336)1 observed

Great Blue Heron (Wurdemann's)

Ardea herodias

5/25/2026West Lake Boardwalk, Homestead US-FL 25.21446, -80.850281 observed

Brown-crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus tyrannulus

5/24/2026Everglades NP--Gate 13/Hidden Lake1 observed

Seaside Sparrow (Cape Sable)

Ammospiza maritima

5/24/2026Everglades NP--Sweet Bay Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Nighthawk

45/31/2026

White Ibis

205/31/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

15/31/2026

Black Vulture

15/31/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

15/31/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/31/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

American Crow

105/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

175/31/2026

Common Yellowthroat

155/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/29/2026

Osprey

25/29/2026

Snowy Egret

15/27/2026

Great Egret

15/27/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

25/27/2026

Seaside Sparrow

15/24/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/22/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade co.) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade co.) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade co.)?▼

Notable species at Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade co.) include Anhinga, Turkey Vulture, Swallow-tailed Kite, Eastern Phoebe, Blue Jay. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade co.)?▼

Birding at Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade co.) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade co.)?▼

Everglades National Park (Miami-Dade co.) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.