Wetland birding habitat

Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Anhinga, Double-crested Cormorant, 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

Fulvous Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna bicolor

4/12/2026T.M. Goodwin WMA--Original Unit8 observed

Upland Sandpiper

Bartramia longicauda

4/9/2026Yeehaw Junction Area1 observed

Henslow's Sparrow

Centronyx henslowii

4/3/2026Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park, Okeechobee US-FL 27.59461, -81.047671 observed

Burrowing Owl (Florida)

Athene cunicularia

4/3/2026Fellsmere Water Management Area1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

4/3/2026Fellsmere Water Management Area2 observed

Gadwall (Common)

Mareca strepera

4/3/2026Fellsmere Water Management Area2 observed

Ruff

Calidris pugnax

4/2/2026T.M. Goodwin WMA--Original Unit1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

4/1/2026Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area (Brevard Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Boat-tailed Grackle

34/8/2026

Rock Pigeon

154/6/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

74/6/2026

Mourning Dove

14/6/2026

House Sparrow

354/6/2026

Common Grackle

64/6/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

14/6/2026

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 Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area for birding?
The best months to visit Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area?
Notable species at Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area include Anhinga, Double-crested Cormorant, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Swallow-tailed Kite. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area?
Birding at Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area?
Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.