Forest birding habitat

Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Great Egret, Great Blue Heron, and Black Vulture 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

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

6/1/2026991 Scott Dr, Marco Island US-FL 25.90894, -81.695601 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

6/1/2026Corey Billies Airboat Rides1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/29/2026Rookery Bay NERR1 observed

Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

5/26/2026Chokoloskee--Smallwood Store1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

5/22/202620628–20698 Tamiami Trail E, Naples US-FL 25.98584, -81.568341 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

5/20/2026Eagle Lakes Community Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

25/29/2026

Mottled Duck

55/29/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/29/2026

King Rail

15/29/2026

Black-necked Stilt

25/29/2026

Killdeer

15/29/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

15/29/2026

White Ibis

15/29/2026

Tricolored Heron

15/29/2026

Green Heron

25/29/2026

Great Egret

25/29/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/29/2026

Osprey

25/29/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/29/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/29/2026

Downy Woodpecker

25/29/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/29/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/29/2026

American Crow

25/29/2026

Purple Martin

25/29/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk for birding?
The best months to visit Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk?
Notable species at Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk include Great Egret, Great Blue Heron, Black Vulture, Osprey, Swallow-tailed Kite. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk?
Birding at Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk?
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park - Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.