Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, and Brown Pelican 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

Palm Warbler (Yellow)

Setophaga palmarum

3/5/2026El Rio Trail & Park of Commerce Blvd1 observed

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

3/4/2026Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson SP1 observed

Brown-crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus tyrannulus

2/28/2026Markham Park1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

2/26/2026Evergreen Cemetery2 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

2/26/2026Tall Cypress Natural Area1 observed

Cave Swallow

Petrochelidon fulva

2/26/2026Vista View Park1 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

2/24/2026Dania Cutoff- backyard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

63/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

73/5/2026

Osprey

13/5/2026

Fish Crow

53/5/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

23/5/2026

Palm Warbler

33/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

43/5/2026

Brown Pelican

53/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/3/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

63/3/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

13/3/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/3/2026

Blue Jay

13/3/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

22/27/2026

Common Gallinule

12/27/2026

White Ibis

302/27/2026

White-eyed Vireo

12/27/2026

Gray Catbird

22/27/2026

Northern Mockingbird

22/27/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hugh Taylor Birch State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Hugh Taylor Birch State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park?
Notable species at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park include Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Brown Pelican, Turkey Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park?
Birding at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park?
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.