Lake Seminole Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Seminole Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Mallard x Mottled Duck (hybrid), Great Horned Owl, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Smooth-billed Ani

Crotophaga ani

3/6/2026Fort De Soto Park1 observed

Groove-billed Ani

Crotophaga sulcirostris

3/6/2026Fort De Soto Park1 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

3/6/2026Briar Creek2 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

3/6/2026Roosevelt Wetland1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/5/2026Crescent Lake Park1 observed

Muscovy Duck x Mallard (hybrid)

Cairina moschata x Anas platyrhynchos

3/5/2026Crescent Lake Park1 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

3/5/2026St. Petersburg Pier3 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Roosevelt Wetland1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

3/5/2026Indian Rocks Beach Nature Preserve1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/4/2026Datsko Park1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

3/4/2026Personal Residence1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

23/6/2026

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

Common Gallinule

23/6/2026

American Coot

133/6/2026

Laughing Gull

13/6/2026

Anhinga

83/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/6/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

13/6/2026

Little Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Great Egret

13/6/2026

Osprey

23/6/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Blue Jay

53/6/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

63/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Mallard x Mottled Duck (hybrid)

13/4/2026

Great Horned Owl

43/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/4/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

13/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Seminole Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Seminole Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Seminole Park?
Notable species at Lake Seminole Park include Mallard x Mottled Duck (hybrid), Great Horned Owl, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Tufted Titmouse, Blue-gray Gnatcatcher. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Seminole Park?
Birding at Lake Seminole Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Seminole Park?
Lake Seminole Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.