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

Gray-headed Swamphen

Porphyrio poliocephalus

7/19/2026Ed Radice Sports Complex1 observed

Brown-headed Nuthatch

Sitta pusilla

7/18/2026Brooker Creek Preserve - Trails from the Education Center3 observed

Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

7/16/2026MacDill AFB (Restricted Access)8 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

7/16/2026MacDill AFB - Recreational Beach Area1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk (extimus)

Buteo lineatus

7/16/2026Oldsmar City Hall1 observed

Belted Kingfisher

Megaceryle alcyon

7/5/2026Bay Lake, Tampa US-FL 28.07116, -82.498811 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

17/14/2026

Limpkin

17/14/2026

White Ibis

67/14/2026

Tricolored Heron

17/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/14/2026

Carolina Wren

47/14/2026

Mourning Dove

17/12/2026

Great Egret

17/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/12/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/12/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

27/11/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/11/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/11/2026

Common Grackle

17/11/2026

Prothonotary Warbler

17/11/2026

Northern Parula

17/11/2026

Killdeer

17/11/2026

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.