Guana River Wildlife Management Area

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Guana River Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Great Horned Owl, Common Gallinule, and Anhinga 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

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

3/5/2026GTM NERR--Yellow Trail1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/5/2026Mill Creek Landing Neighborhood1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

3/4/2026World Golf Village1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

3/4/2026GTM NERR--Purple Trail1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

3/4/2026GTM NERR--Purple Trail1 observed

Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

3/2/2026Royal St. Augustine Golf2 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/2/2026Jacksonville Beach Pier (seawatch only)1 observed

Surf Scoter

Melanitta perspicillata

3/1/2026Jacksonville Beach Pier (seawatch only)2 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/1/2026Jacksonville Beach Pier (seawatch only)1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

2/24/2026Villages at Baymeadows Trails1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Great Horned Owl

12/21/2026

Common Gallinule

22/21/2026

Anhinga

12/21/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

22/21/2026

Great Egret

12/21/2026

Blue Jay

12/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Guana River Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Guana River Wildlife Management Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Guana River Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Guana River Wildlife Management Area include Great Horned Owl, Common Gallinule, Anhinga, Black-crowned Night Heron, Great Egret. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Guana River Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Guana River Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Guana River Wildlife Management Area?
Guana River Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.