Wetland birding habitat

T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, and Common Gallinule 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

Wilson's Plover

Anarhynchus wilsonia

7/16/2026Sebastian Inlet SP (Indian River co.)1 observed

Fulvous Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna bicolor

7/12/2026T.M. Goodwin WMA--Original Unit6 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

7/10/2026Micco Scrub Sanctuary1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

7/9/2026Yeehaw Junction Area3 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/5/2026Stick Marsh (Indian River Co.)5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

47/16/2026

Common Gallinule

27/16/2026

American Coot

27/16/2026

Gray-headed Swamphen

17/16/2026

Black-necked Stilt

97/16/2026

Wood Stork

27/16/2026

Anhinga

27/16/2026

Glossy Ibis

57/16/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/16/2026

Tricolored Heron

47/16/2026

Snowy Egret

317/16/2026

Green Heron

37/16/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

47/16/2026

Great Egret

267/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/16/2026

Black Vulture

17/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/16/2026

Osprey

17/16/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

17/16/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

47/16/2026

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 - Original Unit for birding?
The best months to visit T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original 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 - Original Unit?
Notable species at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit include Blue-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, Common Gallinule, American Coot, Purple Gallinule. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit?
Birding at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original 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 - Original Unit?
T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.