Forest birding habitat

Six Mile Cypress Preserve North

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
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

Florida Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma coerulescens

6/2/20262612 47th Street West, Lehigh Acres, Florida, US (26.659, -81.667)2 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

6/1/2026306 Little Grove Lane1 observed

Great Blue Heron (Great White)

Ardea herodias

5/29/2026Babcock-Webb WMA1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker (Eastern)

Leuconotopicus villosus

5/29/2026Babcock-Webb WMA1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

5/28/2026Commons Pool1 observed

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

5/22/20261113 Winding Pines Circle, Cape Coral, Florida, US (26.671, -81.921)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Glossy Ibis

16/2/2026

Common Gallinule

36/2/2026

Gray-headed Swamphen

106/2/2026

Limpkin

26/2/2026

Anhinga

36/2/2026

Snowy Egret

16/2/2026

Great Egret

16/2/2026

Osprey

16/2/2026

Burrowing Owl

36/2/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

26/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

26/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/2/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

66/2/2026

Mourning Dove

66/2/2026

American Coot

16/2/2026

Sandhill Crane

36/2/2026

Little Blue Heron

16/2/2026

Tricolored Heron

26/2/2026

Green Heron

16/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/2/2026

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.