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Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR - Six Mile Landing

Florida · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR - Six Mile Landing is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Mottled Duck, and Common Gallinule among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

MallardMottled DuckCommon GallinuleWilletGreater Yellowlegs

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

3/6/2026My backyard - Summer Trees 322461 observed

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

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

2/27/2026Les Deux Marais1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Florida Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Florida →

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The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

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Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR - Six Mile Landing for birding?▼
The best months to visit Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR - Six Mile Landing for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR - Six Mile Landing?▼
Notable species at Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR - Six Mile Landing include Mallard, Mottled Duck, Common Gallinule, Willet, Greater Yellowlegs. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR - Six Mile Landing?▼
Birding at Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR - Six Mile Landing is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR - Six Mile Landing?▼
Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR - Six Mile Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.