Cedar Key - No. 4 Bridge & Fishing Pier

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cedar Key - No. 4 Bridge & Fishing Pier is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Eurasian Collared-Dove, American Avocet, and Black-bellied Plover among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

Loading map...

Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

23/3/2026

American Avocet

1003/3/2026

Black-bellied Plover

33/3/2026

Willet

153/3/2026

Laughing Gull

73/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/3/2026

Black Skimmer

13/3/2026

Forster's Tern

23/3/2026

Anhinga

43/3/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/3/2026

White Ibis

93/3/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

23/3/2026

Little Blue Heron

33/3/2026

Tricolored Heron

23/3/2026

Great Egret

33/3/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/3/2026

American White Pelican

443/3/2026

Brown Pelican

33/3/2026

Osprey

23/3/2026

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

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 Cedar Key - No. 4 Bridge & Fishing Pier for birding?
The best months to visit Cedar Key - No. 4 Bridge & Fishing Pier for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cedar Key - No. 4 Bridge & Fishing Pier?
Notable species at Cedar Key - No. 4 Bridge & Fishing Pier include Eurasian Collared-Dove, American Avocet, Black-bellied Plover, Willet, Laughing Gull. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cedar Key - No. 4 Bridge & Fishing Pier?
Birding at Cedar Key - No. 4 Bridge & Fishing Pier is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cedar Key - No. 4 Bridge & Fishing Pier?
Cedar Key - No. 4 Bridge & Fishing Pier offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.