Forest birding habitat

Long Key State Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Long Key State Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 268 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Double-crested Cormorant, White Ibis, and Yellow-crowned Night Heron 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Willet (Eastern)

Tringa semipalmata

5/31/2026Grassy Key1 observed

Bridled Tern

Onychoprion anaethetus

5/31/2026US (24.759, -80.7441)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-crowned Pigeon

75/28/2026

Common Ground Dove

25/28/2026

Mourning Dove

25/28/2026

Laughing Gull

35/28/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/28/2026

Black-whiskered Vireo

15/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

25/28/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/28/2026

Clapper Rail

25/28/2026

Magnificent Frigatebird

25/28/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

15/28/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

15/28/2026

Osprey

15/28/2026

Gray Kingbird

25/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

75/28/2026

Common Grackle

35/28/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/24/2026

Semipalmated Plover

35/23/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

55/23/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Long Key State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Long Key State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Long Key State Park?
Notable species at Long Key State Park include Double-crested Cormorant, White Ibis, Yellow-crowned Night Heron, Tricolored Heron, Great Egret. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Long Key State Park?
Birding at Long Key State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Long Key State Park?
Long Key State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.