Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road

Florida · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
WetlandCoastal
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and coastal habitat attracts Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs, and Red Knot 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

American Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

3/6/2026Home Turf2 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

3/5/2026C.S. Lee Park1 observed

Snail Kite

Rostrhamus sociabilis

3/5/2026C.S. Lee Park1 observed

American Flamingo

Phoenicopterus ruber

3/3/2026Merritt Island NWR--Haulover Canal Area1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/2/2026Merritt Island NWR--Black Point Wildlife Drive1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/2/2026Canaveral National Seashore--Apollo Beach1 observed

Blue-winged Teal x Northern Shoveler (hybrid)

Spatula discors x clypeata

2/28/2026Merritt Island NWR (Please consider using more specific locations)1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

2/28/2026Merritt Island NWR (Please consider using more specific locations)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Lesser Yellowlegs

72/26/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

52/26/2026

Red Knot

52/26/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

42/26/2026

Ring-billed Gull

32/26/2026

Forster's Tern

32/26/2026

Wood Stork

22/26/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

42/26/2026

White Ibis

2/26/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

52/26/2026

Little Blue Heron

2/26/2026

Tricolored Heron

2/26/2026

Snowy Egret

2/26/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

2/26/2026

Great Egret

2/26/2026

Great Blue Heron

2/26/2026

Osprey

12/26/2026

Northern Harrier

12/26/2026

Belted Kingfisher

12/26/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

32/26/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road for birding?
The best months to visit Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road?
Notable species at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road include Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs, Red Knot, Bonaparte's Gull, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports wetland, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road?
Birding at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road?
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.