Six Mile Cypress Preserve North

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Six Mile Cypress Preserve North is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Common Gallinule, Common Ground Dove, and Mourning Dove 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

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

3/6/2026Harns Marsh2 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

3/6/2026Babcock-Webb WMA1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker (Eastern)

Leuconotopicus villosus

3/5/2026Babcock-Webb WMA1 observed

Florida Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma coerulescens

3/5/2026Elaine Ave N, Lehigh Acres US-FL 26.66019, -81.668282 observed

Lesser Nighthawk

Chordeiles acutipennis

3/4/2026Lakes Park, Fort Myers US-FL 26.52471, -81.880851 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

3/4/2026Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/1/2026Oriole Road1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Gallinule

12/27/2026

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 Six Mile Cypress Preserve North for birding?
The best months to visit Six Mile Cypress Preserve North for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Six Mile Cypress Preserve North?
Notable species at Six Mile Cypress Preserve North include Common Gallinule, Common Ground Dove, Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Six Mile Cypress Preserve North?
Birding at Six Mile Cypress Preserve North is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Six Mile Cypress Preserve North?
Six Mile Cypress Preserve North offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.