Weedon Island Preserve

Florida · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
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

Muscovy Duck x Mallard (hybrid)

Cairina moschata x Anas platyrhynchos

3/5/2026Crescent Lake Park1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/5/2026Crescent Lake Park1 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

3/5/2026St. Petersburg Pier3 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Roosevelt Wetland1 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

3/5/2026Roosevelt Wetland1 observed

Snail Kite

Rostrhamus sociabilis

3/5/2026Vance Vogel Park & Ponds1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

3/5/2026Indian Rocks Beach Nature Preserve1 observed

Smooth-billed Ani

Crotophaga ani

3/5/2026Fort De Soto Park1 observed

Groove-billed Ani

Crotophaga sulcirostris

3/5/2026Fort De Soto Park1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/4/2026Datsko Park1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

3/4/2026Personal Residence1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-billed Gull

13/3/2026

White Ibis

163/3/2026

Little Blue Heron

23/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/3/2026

Osprey

23/3/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

53/3/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

23/3/2026

Yellow-throated Warbler

13/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

53/3/2026

White-winged Dove

13/2/2026

Mourning Dove

13/2/2026

Laughing Gull

123/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/2/2026

Great Egret

53/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/2/2026

Brown Pelican

13/2/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

43/2/2026

Prairie Warbler

23/2/2026

Tricolored Heron

13/2/2026

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.