Forest birding habitat

Saint Andrews State Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Saint Andrews State Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 289 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Ruddy Turnstone, and Sanderling 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

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

5/23/2026Shell island salt marsh / horse shoe island.2 observed

Long-billed Curlew

Numenius americanus

5/23/2026Shell island salt marsh / horse shoe island.1 observed

Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

5/23/2026Shell island salt marsh / horse shoe island.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Little Blue Heron

16/1/2026

Osprey

16/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Mourning Dove

46/1/2026

Clapper Rail

16/1/2026

Common Gallinule

26/1/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

26/1/2026

Sanderling

46/1/2026

Least Sandpiper

26/1/2026

Laughing Gull

156/1/2026

Royal Tern

116/1/2026

Anhinga

36/1/2026

White Ibis

26/1/2026

Tricolored Heron

26/1/2026

Snowy Egret

36/1/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

46/1/2026

Great Egret

36/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

46/1/2026

Brown Pelican

36/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/1/2026

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 Saint Andrews State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Saint Andrews State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Saint Andrews State Park?
Notable species at Saint Andrews State Park include Rock Pigeon, Ruddy Turnstone, Sanderling, Laughing Gull, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Saint Andrews State Park?
Birding at Saint Andrews State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Saint Andrews State Park?
Saint Andrews State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.