Wetland birding habitat

T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Broadmoor Unit

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Broadmoor Unit is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and American Wigeon 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

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

4/18/2026Turkey Creek Sanctuary1 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

4/16/2026St. Sebastian River Preserve SP (Brevard Co.)3 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

4/16/2026St. Sebastian River Preserve SP (Brevard Co.)4 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Gambel's)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/12/2026Home1 observed

Fulvous Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna bicolor

4/12/2026T.M. Goodwin WMA--Original Unit8 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

4/9/2026Sebastian Inlet SP--north side (Brevard co.)1 observed

Brown Noddy

Anous stolidus

4/9/2026Indiatlantic Beach1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

2004/16/2026

Mourning Dove

24/16/2026

Common Gallinule

1004/16/2026

American Coot

1004/16/2026

Purple Gallinule

24/16/2026

Gray-headed Swamphen

34/16/2026

Limpkin

104/16/2026

Sandhill Crane

54/16/2026

Black-necked Stilt

1004/16/2026

Killdeer

14/16/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

1004/16/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

14/16/2026

Black Skimmer

1004/16/2026

Wood Stork

54/16/2026

Anhinga

404/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

24/16/2026

White Ibis

1004/16/2026

Glossy Ibis

1004/16/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

1004/16/2026

Little Blue Heron

14/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Broadmoor Unit for birding?
The best months to visit T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Broadmoor Unit for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Broadmoor Unit?
Notable species at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Broadmoor Unit include Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Mottled Duck, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Broadmoor Unit?
Birding at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Broadmoor Unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Broadmoor Unit?
T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Broadmoor Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.