Urban Park birding habitat

Lakes Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lakes Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts American Coot, Tricolored Heron, and Snowy Egret 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

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

7/18/2026San Carlos Bay/Bunche Beach Preserve1 observed

Common Eider

Somateria mollissima

7/13/2026Big Hickory Island1 observed

Florida Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma coerulescens

7/13/20262619 48th St W, Lehigh Acres US-FL 26.65955, -81.668023 observed

Great Blue Heron (Great White)

Ardea herodias

7/10/2026Barefoot Beach County Preserve1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/10/2026Barefoot Beach County Preserve1 observed

Common Myna

Acridotheres tristis

7/7/2026Behind Dunkin/Front of School2 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

7/7/2026Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

37/19/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

47/19/2026

Mourning Dove

47/19/2026

Common Gallinule

157/19/2026

Anhinga

37/19/2026

White Ibis

1257/19/2026

Least Bittern

27/19/2026

Tricolored Heron

27/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/19/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/19/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

37/19/2026

Blue Jay

57/19/2026

Fish Crow

527/19/2026

Northern Mockingbird

57/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

147/19/2026

Common Grackle

407/19/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

1207/19/2026

Glossy Ibis

47/16/2026

European Starling

2007/16/2026

Northern Cardinal

57/16/2026

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 Lakes Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lakes Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lakes Park?
Notable species at Lakes Park include American Coot, Tricolored Heron, Snowy Egret, Great Blue Heron, Brown Pelican. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lakes Park?
Birding at Lakes Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lakes Park?
Lakes Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.