Princess Place Preserve

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Princess Place Preserve is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Clapper Rail, Double-crested Cormorant, and Great Egret 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

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/5/2026Masters Tract Stormwater Treatment Facility1 observed

Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

3/2/2026Royal St. Augustine Golf2 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

2/26/2026Masters Tract Stormwater Treatment Facility1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Clapper Rail

23/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/4/2026

Great Egret

13/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/4/2026

Osprey

23/4/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/4/2026

American Crow

63/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

23/4/2026

Marsh Wren

13/4/2026

Eastern Bluebird

63/4/2026

American Robin

183/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

63/4/2026

Common Yellowthroat

23/4/2026

Palm Warbler

103/4/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

43/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/4/2026

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 Princess Place Preserve for birding?
The best months to visit Princess Place Preserve for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Princess Place Preserve?
Notable species at Princess Place Preserve include Clapper Rail, Double-crested Cormorant, Great Egret, Great Blue Heron, Turkey Vulture. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Princess Place Preserve?
Birding at Princess Place Preserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Princess Place Preserve?
Princess Place Preserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.