Lake birding habitat

Lettuce Lake County Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lettuce Lake County Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Limpkin, Anhinga, and White Ibis 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

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

6/2/2026EGRET GLADE WETLAND1 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

5/31/2026O'Brien St1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/22/2026Jefferson Equestrian Area1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/20/2026MacDill AFB - Lewis Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

16/1/2026

White Ibis

36/1/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

26/1/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

26/1/2026

Carolina Chickadee

16/1/2026

Tufted Titmouse

26/1/2026

Carolina Wren

16/1/2026

Prothonotary Warbler

26/1/2026

Northern Parula

26/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

66/1/2026

Limpkin

26/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/1/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

16/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

26/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

26/1/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

56/1/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

26/1/2026

Tricolored Heron

5/31/2026

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 Lettuce Lake County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lettuce Lake County Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lettuce Lake County Park?
Notable species at Lettuce Lake County Park include Limpkin, Anhinga, White Ibis, Black-crowned Night Heron, Tricolored Heron. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lettuce Lake County Park?
Birding at Lettuce Lake County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lettuce Lake County Park?
Lettuce Lake County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.