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

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

7/17/2026Everglades NP--Royal Palm Visitors Center1 observed

Smooth-billed Ani

Crotophaga ani

7/17/2026L31W Canal (north of SR9336)3 observed

Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

7/16/2026Ingraham Highway, Homestead, Florida, US (25.404, -80.556)2 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

7/14/2026Everglades NP--Anhinga Trail1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

7/13/2026CP Jetty, US-FL (25.4632,-80.3339)1 observed

Yellow-green Vireo

Vireo flavoviridis

7/10/2026Crocodile Lake NWR1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

7/10/2026Everglades NP--Gate 13/Hidden Lake1 observed

Mangrove Cuckoo

Coccyzus minor

7/9/2026Black Point Park and Marina1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

27/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/14/2026

American Crow

17/14/2026

Barn Swallow

67/14/2026

Common Myna

27/14/2026

Northern Mockingbird

37/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/14/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/14/2026

Common Nighthawk

17/12/2026

White-tailed Kite

27/12/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

17/12/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

17/12/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

17/12/2026

Mourning Dove

27/11/2026

Glossy Ibis

137/11/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

37/11/2026

Great Egret

27/11/2026

Osprey

17/11/2026

Common Grackle

127/11/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

27/11/2026

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.