Coastal birding habitat

Weedon Island Preserve

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Weedon Island Preserve is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Ring-billed Gull, White Ibis, and Little Blue Heron 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

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Fort De Soto Park - North Beach Area1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

5/31/2026Blue Skies

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

5/31/2026O'Brien St1 observed

Osprey (Caribbean)

Pandion haliaetus

5/29/2026Fort De Soto Park - North Beach Area1 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

5/28/2026Crescent Lake Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Caspian Tern

25/31/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Prairie Warbler

45/31/2026

Common Ground Dove

5/30/2026

White-winged Dove

5/30/2026

Mourning Dove

5/30/2026

Laughing Gull

5/30/2026

Royal Tern

5/30/2026

White Ibis

5/30/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

5/30/2026

Great Egret

5/30/2026

Black Vulture

5/30/2026

Osprey

5/30/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

5/30/2026

Blue Jay

5/30/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

5/30/2026

Carolina Wren

5/30/2026

Eastern Towhee

5/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5/30/2026

Common Grackle

5/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Weedon Island Preserve for birding?
The best months to visit Weedon Island Preserve for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Weedon Island Preserve?
Notable species at Weedon Island Preserve include Ring-billed Gull, White Ibis, Little Blue Heron, Turkey Vulture, Osprey. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Weedon Island Preserve?
Birding at Weedon Island Preserve is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Weedon Island Preserve?
Weedon Island Preserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.