Urban Park birding habitat

LeRoy Wright Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

LeRoy Wright Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Limpkin, Ring-billed Gull, and Anhinga 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/11/2026Orlando Wetlands1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

7/11/2026Orlando Wetlands1 observed

Belted Kingfisher

Megaceryle alcyon

7/8/2026SR-528 E, Cocoa US-FL 28.40214, -80.738261 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

7/7/2026Hal Scott Regional Preserve and Park--Red Trail & Powerline Cut3 observed

American Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

7/5/2026River Lakes Conservation Area--Moccasin Island3 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

7/4/2026SR-528 Toll W, Cocoa US-FL 28.41375, -80.837831 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk (extimus)

Buteo lineatus

7/4/2026Orlando Wetlands2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Swallow-tailed Kite

277/13/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

27/12/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

17/8/2026

Glossy Ibis

17/8/2026

Fish Crow

17/8/2026

Barn Swallow

37/8/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/8/2026

Rock Pigeon

27/2/2026

Mourning Dove

27/2/2026

Anhinga

17/2/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

27/2/2026

Great Egret

17/2/2026

Black Vulture

17/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

57/2/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

27/2/2026

Common Grackle

47/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/2/2026

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