Urban Park birding habitat

Markham Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/29/202611946 Silver Oak Drive, Davie, Florida, US (26.065, -80.31)1 observed

Clapper Rail

Rallus crepitans

5/29/2026West Lake Park and Preserve2 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/29/2026Harbor Beach, Ft. Lauderdale1 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

5/28/2026WCA 2-B Conservation Levee Greenway1 observed

Great Blue Heron (Great White)

Ardea herodias

5/28/2026Miramar Pinelands Natural Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

15/31/2026

Anhinga

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/31/2026

Rock Pigeon

15/22/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/22/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

45/22/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/22/2026

Burrowing Owl

25/22/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/22/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

15/22/2026

Blue Jay

25/22/2026

Fish Crow

35/22/2026

Purple Martin

25/22/2026

Brown Thrasher

15/22/2026

Northern Mockingbird

35/22/2026

Common Grackle

45/22/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

15/22/2026

Egyptian Goose

15/21/2026

Muscovy Duck

15/21/2026

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.