Urban Park birding habitat

Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 275 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard x Mottled Duck (hybrid), Common Gallinule, and Laughing Gull 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

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

6/2/2026Walker's Landing4 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Big Talbot Island SP--Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp)1 observed

Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

5/30/2026St. Augustine Road Fish Management Area1 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

5/26/2026St. Augustine Road Fish Management Area1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/26/2026St. Augustine Road Fish Management Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Carolina Chickadee

35/30/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/30/2026

Carolina Wren

45/30/2026

Northern Parula

25/30/2026

Blackpoll Warbler

15/30/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/30/2026

Laughing Gull

165/26/2026

Least Tern

15/26/2026

Royal Tern

65/26/2026

Brown Pelican

315/26/2026

Osprey

15/26/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/26/2026

Downy Woodpecker

45/26/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/26/2026

White-eyed Vireo

35/26/2026

American Redstart

15/26/2026

Common Ground Dove

15/24/2026

Forster's Tern

15/24/2026

Anhinga

35/24/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park for birding?
The best months to visit Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park?
Notable species at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park include Mallard x Mottled Duck (hybrid), Common Gallinule, Laughing Gull, Anhinga, Double-crested Cormorant. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park?
Birding at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park?
Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.