Sawgrass Lake Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Sawgrass Lake Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Common Gallinule, Anhinga, and Little Blue Heron 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

Muscovy Duck x Mallard (hybrid)

Cairina moschata x Anas platyrhynchos

3/5/2026Crescent Lake Park1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/5/2026Crescent Lake Park1 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

3/5/2026St. Petersburg Pier3 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Roosevelt Wetland1 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

3/5/2026Roosevelt Wetland1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

3/5/2026Indian Rocks Beach Nature Preserve1 observed

Smooth-billed Ani

Crotophaga ani

3/5/2026Fort De Soto Park1 observed

Groove-billed Ani

Crotophaga sulcirostris

3/5/2026Fort De Soto Park1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/4/2026Datsko Park1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

3/4/2026Personal Residence1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Gallinule

33/5/2026

Anhinga

23/5/2026

Little Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Great Egret

23/5/2026

Black Vulture

13/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

53/5/2026

Osprey

23/5/2026

Short-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/5/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/5/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

33/5/2026

Carolina Wren

23/5/2026

Gray Catbird

23/5/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

13/5/2026

Northern Parula

53/5/2026

Palm Warbler

33/5/2026

Pine Warbler

23/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

143/5/2026

Prairie Warbler

13/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sawgrass Lake Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sawgrass Lake Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Sawgrass Lake Park?
Notable species at Sawgrass Lake Park include Common Gallinule, Anhinga, Little Blue Heron, Great Egret, Black Vulture. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sawgrass Lake Park?
Birding at Sawgrass Lake Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sawgrass Lake Park?
Sawgrass Lake Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.