Plantation Preserve

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Plantation Preserve is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mottled Duck, Common Gallinule, and Limpkin 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

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

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

2/24/2026Dania Cutoff- backyard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mottled Duck

23/4/2026

Common Gallinule

43/4/2026

Limpkin

23/4/2026

White Ibis

13/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

43/4/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

23/4/2026

Fish Crow

33/4/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

13/4/2026

European Starling

403/4/2026

Gray Catbird

13/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

33/4/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

53/4/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

13/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

43/4/2026

Egyptian Goose

23/3/2026

Anhinga

23/3/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

23/3/2026

Great Egret

23/3/2026

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 Plantation Preserve for birding?
The best months to visit Plantation Preserve for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Plantation Preserve?
Notable species at Plantation Preserve include Mottled Duck, Common Gallinule, Limpkin, White Ibis, Turkey Vulture. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Plantation Preserve?
Birding at Plantation Preserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Plantation Preserve?
Plantation Preserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.