Urban Park birding habitat

Sugden Regional Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Sugden Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Muscovy Duck, Blue-winged Teal, and Mottled Duck 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

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

6/2/2026Picayune Strand SF3 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

6/2/2026Rookery Bay NERR--Dickman’s Island4 observed

Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

6/2/2026Rookery Bay NERR--Dickman’s Island3 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

6/1/2026991 Scott Dr, Marco Island US-FL 25.90894, -81.695601 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

6/1/2026Corey Billies Airboat Rides1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/29/2026Rookery Bay NERR1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

5/26/20269629 Wilshire Lakes Blvd, Naples US-FL 26.25040, -81.743722 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

5/22/202620628–20698 Tamiami Trail E, Naples US-FL 25.98584, -81.568341 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

5/20/2026Eagle Lakes Community Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Muscovy Duck

45/27/2026

Mottled Duck

45/27/2026

Rock Pigeon

85/27/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/27/2026

Mourning Dove

35/27/2026

Chimney Swift

45/27/2026

Common Gallinule

25/27/2026

Laughing Gull

25/27/2026

Royal Tern

25/27/2026

Magnificent Frigatebird

15/27/2026

Anhinga

45/27/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

35/27/2026

White Ibis

25/27/2026

Little Blue Heron

15/27/2026

Tricolored Heron

15/27/2026

Green Heron

15/27/2026

Great Egret

15/27/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/27/2026

Osprey

45/27/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sugden Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sugden Regional Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Sugden Regional Park?
Notable species at Sugden Regional Park include Muscovy Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Mottled Duck, Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sugden Regional Park?
Birding at Sugden Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sugden Regional Park?
Sugden Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.