Forest birding habitat

Princess Place Preserve

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

7/9/2026Betty Steflick Memorial Preserve1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

7/8/2026Matanzas River, Palm Coast US-FL (29.6462,-81.2232)1 observed

Bachman's Sparrow

Peucaea aestivalis

7/5/2026CR204 Peliccer Creek Conservation Area (Flagler Co.)8 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

7/5/2026Princess Place Preserve1 observed

Great Blue Heron (Great White)

Ardea herodias

7/2/2026Shore Drive Park1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/1/20263 Saint Andrews Court, Palm Coast, Florida, US (29.54, -81.172)GrandHaven1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Tricolored Heron

17/6/2026

Snowy Egret

27/6/2026

Great Egret

47/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/6/2026

Black Vulture

17/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/6/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

27/6/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/6/2026

Carolina Chickadee

27/6/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/6/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/6/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/6/2026

Northern Parula

37/6/2026

Common Ground Dove

17/5/2026

Mourning Dove

47/5/2026

Clapper Rail

17/5/2026

Anhinga

17/5/2026

Green Heron

17/5/2026

Osprey

17/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

47/5/2026

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.