Markham Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Markham Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Blue Jay, Common Grackle, and Boat-tailed Grackle 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

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

3/4/2026Pembroke Pines Eagle Sanctuary2 observed

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

3/4/2026Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson SP1 observed

Brown-crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus tyrannulus

2/28/2026Markham Park1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

2/26/2026Tall Cypress Natural Area1 observed

Cave Swallow

Petrochelidon fulva

2/26/2026Vista View Park1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

2/25/2026Francis S. Taylor WMA--Everglades Pkwy Rest Area1 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

2/24/2026Dania Cutoff- backyard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue Jay

13/5/2026

Common Grackle

13/5/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

53/5/2026

American Coot

13/5/2026

Gray-headed Swamphen

13/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

White-winged Dove

13/4/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/4/2026

Monk Parakeet

53/4/2026

Fish Crow

13/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

Common Gallinule

13/4/2026

Anhinga

13/4/2026

White Ibis

33/4/2026

Green Heron

13/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/4/2026

Osprey

23/4/2026

Burrowing Owl

33/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/4/2026

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 Markham Park for birding?
The best months to visit Markham Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Markham Park?
Notable species at Markham Park include Blue Jay, Common Grackle, Boat-tailed Grackle, American Coot, Gray-headed Swamphen. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Markham Park?
Birding at Markham Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Markham Park?
Markham Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.