Lake birding habitat

Everglades National Park - West Lake

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Everglades National Park - West Lake is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Laughing Gull, Wood Stork, and Anhinga 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

Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

5/26/2026Everglades NP--Flamingo1 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

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

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

Seaside Sparrow (Cape Sable)

Ammospiza maritima

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

Clapper Rail

Rallus crepitans

5/22/2026Auto selected 25.12201, -80.832661 observed

Seaside Sparrow

Ammospiza maritima

5/18/2026Everglades NP--Sweet Bay Pond2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Least Tern

25/24/2026

Forster's Tern

55/24/2026

White Ibis

15/24/2026

Little Blue Heron

15/24/2026

Tricolored Heron

15/24/2026

Great Egret

55/24/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/24/2026

Osprey

15/24/2026

White-eyed Vireo

25/24/2026

Northern Cardinal

35/24/2026

Black Vulture

35/23/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/23/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Everglades National Park - West Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Everglades National Park - West Lake for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Everglades National Park - West Lake?
Notable species at Everglades National Park - West Lake include Laughing Gull, Wood Stork, Anhinga, White Ibis, American White Pelican. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Everglades National Park - West Lake?
Birding at Everglades National Park - West Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Everglades National Park - West Lake?
Everglades National Park - West Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.