Forest birding habitat

Oscar Scherer State Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Oscar Scherer State Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Pileated Woodpecker, Tufted Titmouse, and Pine Warbler 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

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

6/3/20261405 Georgetowne Dr, Sarasota US-FL 27.34567, -82.465191 observed

Florida Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma coerulescens

5/31/2026Oscar Scherer SP2 observed

Brown Booby

Sula leucogaster

5/31/2026Turtle Beach1 observed

Belted Kingfisher

Megaceryle alcyon

5/30/2026Jim Neville Marine Preserve1 observed

Willet (Eastern)

Tringa semipalmata

5/28/2026South LIdo Beach2 observed

American Flamingo

Phoenicopterus ruber

5/27/2026Siesta Key -- Beach Access 51 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

5/25/2026Deep Hole--Myakka SP Wilderness Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

16/2/2026

Mourning Dove

26/2/2026

White Ibis

26/2/2026

Glossy Ibis

16/2/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

26/2/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Northern Flicker

16/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

26/2/2026

Gray Kingbird

16/2/2026

Blue Jay

26/2/2026

Fish Crow

16/2/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

26/2/2026

Carolina Wren

16/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

26/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

36/2/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

16/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

American Crow

15/31/2026

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 Oscar Scherer State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Oscar Scherer State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Oscar Scherer State Park?
Notable species at Oscar Scherer State Park include Pileated Woodpecker, Tufted Titmouse, Pine Warbler, Northern Cardinal, Great Blue Heron. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Oscar Scherer State Park?
Birding at Oscar Scherer State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Oscar Scherer State Park?
Oscar Scherer State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.