Forest birding habitat

Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Common Gallinule, Anhinga, and Green Heron 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

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

7/17/2026West IRCO Agricultural Area1 observed

Wilson's Plover

Anarhynchus wilsonia

7/16/2026Sebastian Inlet SP (Indian River co.)1 observed

Fulvous Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna bicolor

7/12/2026T.M. Goodwin WMA--Original Unit6 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

7/10/2026Micco Scrub Sanctuary1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

7/9/2026Yeehaw Junction Area3 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/5/2026Stick Marsh (Indian River Co.)5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

17/16/2026

Common Ground Dove

27/16/2026

Mourning Dove

27/16/2026

Common Gallinule

77/16/2026

Limpkin

37/16/2026

Anhinga

137/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/16/2026

White Ibis

27/16/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/16/2026

Tricolored Heron

67/16/2026

Snowy Egret

67/16/2026

Green Heron

27/16/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

47/16/2026

Great Egret

157/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/16/2026

Black Vulture

207/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

307/16/2026

Osprey

47/16/2026

Snail Kite

17/16/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/16/2026

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 Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area for birding?
The best months to visit Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area?
Notable species at Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area include Common Gallinule, Anhinga, Green Heron, Western Cattle-Egret, Great Blue Heron. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area?
Birding at Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area?
Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.