Cutler Wetlands

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cutler Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Common Ground Dove, Mourning Dove, and Killdeer 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

Nanday Parakeet

Aratinga nenday

3/5/2026Tropical Park5 observed

Clay-colored x Field Sparrow (hybrid)

Spizella pallida x pusilla

3/5/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/5/2026Southern Glades Trail (C111 Canal outside ENP)1 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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

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

Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

3/1/20261918 Southeast 23rd Court, Homestead, Florida, US (25.448, -80.449)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Ground Dove

23/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

Killdeer

33/4/2026

Wood Stork

13/4/2026

Anhinga

23/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

23/4/2026

White Ibis

263/4/2026

Little Blue Heron

13/4/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

13/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

1003/4/2026

Osprey

13/4/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

13/4/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/4/2026

American Kestrel

13/4/2026

Merlin

13/4/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

13/4/2026

Fish Crow

163/4/2026

Gray Catbird

13/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

23/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cutler Wetlands for birding?
The best months to visit Cutler Wetlands for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cutler Wetlands?
Notable species at Cutler Wetlands include Common Ground Dove, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Wood Stork, Anhinga. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cutler Wetlands?
Birding at Cutler Wetlands is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cutler Wetlands?
Cutler Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.