Forest birding habitat

Sparrow Fields - C-357

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Sparrow Fields - C-357 is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-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

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

6/2/2026Portofino Plaza Swallow Colony35 observed

Smooth-billed Ani

Crotophaga ani

5/31/2026Frog Pond WMA--Area between SW 376th St and SR93363 observed

White-winged Parakeet

Brotogeris versicolurus

5/30/2026Cortadito Cowbirds1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

5/30/2026L31W Canal (north of SR9336)1 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

5/29/2026Matheson Hammock Park1 observed

Clapper Rail

Rallus crepitans

5/29/2026Matheson Hammock Park2 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

5/27/2026Florida International University--Palmetum1 observed

Antillean Nighthawk

Chordeiles gundlachii

5/26/2026L31W Canal (north of SR9336)1 observed

Clapper Rail (Caribbean)

Rallus crepitans

5/24/2026Matheson Hammock Park2 observed

Brown-crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus tyrannulus

5/24/2026Everglades NP--Gate 13/Hidden Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

15/22/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

55/22/2026

Common Ground Dove

25/22/2026

Mourning Dove

205/22/2026

Common Nighthawk

15/22/2026

Green Heron

25/22/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

15/22/2026

American Barn Owl

15/22/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/22/2026

White-eyed Vireo

35/22/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

15/22/2026

European Starling

155/22/2026

Brown Thrasher

35/22/2026

Northern Mockingbird

55/22/2026

House Sparrow

45/22/2026

Eastern Towhee

25/22/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

155/22/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

225/22/2026

Bronzed Cowbird

15/22/2026

Common Grackle

255/22/2026

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 Sparrow Fields - C-357 for birding?
The best months to visit Sparrow Fields - C-357 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Sparrow Fields - C-357?
Notable species at Sparrow Fields - C-357 include Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, Anhinga, Double-crested Cormorant. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sparrow Fields - C-357?
Birding at Sparrow Fields - C-357 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sparrow Fields - C-357?
Sparrow Fields - C-357 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.