Lake birding habitat

Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 260 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts Limpkin, Anhinga, and White Ibis 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

La Sagra's Flycatcher

Myiarchus sagrae

6/1/2026Crocodile Lake NWR1 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Ground Dove

15/25/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/25/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

25/25/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/25/2026

Gray Kingbird

15/25/2026

American Crow

35/25/2026

Black Vulture

55/23/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/23/2026

White-eyed Vireo

25/23/2026

Black-whiskered Vireo

15/23/2026

Barn Swallow

15/23/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/23/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

15/23/2026

Northern Cardinal

45/23/2026

Mourning Dove

55/19/2026

Common Nighthawk

45/19/2026

Chuck-will's-widow

25/19/2026

Limpkin

15/19/2026

Sandhill Crane

105/19/2026

Black-necked Stilt

25/19/2026

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 Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock for birding?
The best months to visit Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock?
Notable species at Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock include Limpkin, Anhinga, White Ibis, Great Egret, Turkey Vulture. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock?
Birding at Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock?
Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.