Wetland birding habitat

Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Stoney Bayou 1 & Twin Dikes

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Stoney Bayou 1 & Twin Dikes is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 268 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, and King Rail 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

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/16/2026St. Marks NWR--Lighthouse Pool & Flats1 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

7/15/2026Bald Point SP1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/15/2026Bald Point SP

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

7/6/2026Bald Point State Park, Panacea US-FL 29.91454, -84.336481 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/11/2026

American Avocet

17/11/2026

Osprey

27/11/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

47/11/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

37/11/2026

Northern Bobwhite

17/5/2026

Laughing Gull

17/5/2026

Anhinga

17/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/5/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/5/2026

Tricolored Heron

17/5/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

27/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/5/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

57/5/2026

Mississippi Kite

57/5/2026

Barn Swallow

67/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/5/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/5/2026

Glossy Ibis

17/4/2026

Great Egret

27/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Stoney Bayou 1 & Twin Dikes for birding?
The best months to visit Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Stoney Bayou 1 & Twin Dikes for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Stoney Bayou 1 & Twin Dikes?
Notable species at Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Stoney Bayou 1 & Twin Dikes include Blue-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, King Rail, Black-bellied Plover, Killdeer. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Stoney Bayou 1 & Twin Dikes?
Birding at Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Stoney Bayou 1 & Twin Dikes is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Stoney Bayou 1 & Twin Dikes?
Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge - Stoney Bayou 1 & Twin Dikes offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.