Lake Apopka North Shore - Sod Fields

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Apopka North Shore - Sod Fields is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Limpkin, Caspian Tern, and Black-crowned Night Heron 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

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/5/2026Emeralda marsh conservation area1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

3/5/2026PEAR Park, Leesburg US-FL 28.72928, -81.874811 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Gray-headed Swamphen

Porphyrio poliocephalus

3/5/2026Emeralda Marsh CA--Wildlife Drive2 observed

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

3/5/2026Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive2 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

3/4/2026Leesburg Waterfront - Venetian Gardens & Marina1 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

3/4/2026Lake Dora and Dora Canal, Mount Dora, Florida, US (28.787, -81.68)2 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

3/4/2026Lake Brantley High School1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

3/3/2026Forest Lake Church Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Limpkin

2/28/2026

Caspian Tern

12/28/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

22/28/2026

Northern Harrier

2/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Apopka North Shore - Sod Fields for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Apopka North Shore - Sod Fields for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Apopka North Shore - Sod Fields?
Notable species at Lake Apopka North Shore - Sod Fields include Limpkin, Caspian Tern, Black-crowned Night Heron, Northern Harrier. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Apopka North Shore - Sod Fields?
Birding at Lake Apopka North Shore - Sod Fields is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Apopka North Shore - Sod Fields?
Lake Apopka North Shore - Sod Fields offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.