Black Point Park and Marina

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Black Point Park and Marina is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Wood Stork, and Double-crested Cormorant 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

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/6/2026Kendall--Baptist Hospital Area1 observed

Clay-colored x Field Sparrow (hybrid)

Spizella pallida x pusilla

3/6/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/6/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 observed

Nanday Parakeet

Aratinga nenday

3/5/2026Tropical Park5 observed

Smooth-billed Ani

Crotophaga ani

3/4/2026L31W Canal1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/4/2026L31W Canal1 observed

Great Blue Heron (Wurdemann's)

Ardea herodias

3/3/2026Auto selected 25.73175, -80.162201 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

3/3/20263928 Southwest 69th Avenue, Miami, Florida, US (25.734, -80.307)1 observed

Groove-billed Ani

Crotophaga sulcirostris

3/3/2026Frog Pond WMA--Lucky Hammock1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

3/2/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

3/2/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

13/1/2026

Wood Stork

13/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

413/1/2026

Brown Pelican

353/1/2026

Black Vulture

13/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/1/2026

Fish Crow

43/1/2026

Common Myna

23/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/1/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

23/1/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

12/28/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

22/28/2026

Laughing Gull

22/28/2026

Snowy Egret

12/28/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

302/28/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

12/28/2026

Blue Jay

12/28/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

12/28/2026

European Starling

12/28/2026

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 Black Point Park and Marina for birding?
The best months to visit Black Point Park and Marina for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Black Point Park and Marina?
Notable species at Black Point Park and Marina include Mourning Dove, Wood Stork, Double-crested Cormorant, Brown Pelican, Black Vulture. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Black Point Park and Marina?
Birding at Black Point Park and Marina is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Black Point Park and Marina?
Black Point Park and Marina offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.