Frog Pond Wildlife Management Area - Lucky Hammock

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
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

Clay-colored x Field Sparrow (hybrid)

Spizella pallida x pusilla

3/5/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/5/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 observed

Smooth-billed Ani

Crotophaga ani

3/4/2026L31W Canal1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/4/2026L31W Canal1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/4/2026Everglades NP--Anhinga Trail1 observed

Groove-billed Ani

Crotophaga sulcirostris

3/3/2026Frog Pond WMA--Lucky Hammock1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

3/2/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

3/2/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

3/2/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 observed

Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

3/1/20261918 Southeast 23rd Court, Homestead, Florida, US (25.448, -80.449)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-tailed Kite

23/5/2026

American Barn Owl

13/5/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/5/2026

Gray Catbird

13/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

63/5/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

13/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/5/2026

Common Ground Dove

43/5/2026

Mourning Dove

83/5/2026

Black Vulture

13/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

163/5/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

23/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

Short-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

13/5/2026

White-eyed Vireo

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

13/5/2026

American Crow

33/5/2026

Tree Swallow

43/5/2026

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.