Forest birding habitat

Reddie Point Preserve

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Reddie Point Preserve is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Ruddy Turnstone, Royal Tern, and Double-crested Cormorant 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

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Big Talbot Island SP--Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp)1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

5/30/2026Wildlight Trails--Blue and Purple Loop1 observed

Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

5/30/2026St. Augustine Road Fish Management Area1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

5/27/2026Big Talbot Island SP--Spoonbill Pond (includes parking & boat ramp)1 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

5/26/2026St. Augustine Road Fish Management Area1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/26/2026St. Augustine Road Fish Management Area1 observed

Monk Parakeet

Myiopsitta monachus

5/24/2026Backyard4 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

5/24/2026Crosby Sanctuary (access restricted)3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Ground Dove

15/25/2026

Mourning Dove

15/25/2026

Royal Tern

25/25/2026

Cooper's Hawk

15/25/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

35/25/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/25/2026

White-eyed Vireo

25/25/2026

Blue Jay

15/25/2026

Carolina Chickadee

25/25/2026

Tufted Titmouse

45/25/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

35/25/2026

Carolina Wren

45/25/2026

Brown Thrasher

35/25/2026

Northern Mockingbird

25/25/2026

Eastern Bluebird

25/25/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/25/2026

Northern Parula

55/25/2026

Northern Cardinal

55/25/2026

Laughing Gull

25/18/2026

Little Blue Heron

15/18/2026

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