Emerson Point Preserve

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Emerson Point Preserve is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 243 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, and American Oystercatcher 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

Bronzed Cowbird

Molothrus aeneus

3/5/2026The Celery Fields3 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

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Celery Fields3 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

3/4/2026Personal Residence1 observed

Carolina Chickadee

Poecile carolinensis

3/4/2026Perico Preserve1 observed

Indian Peafowl

Pavo cristatus

3/4/2026738 Indian Beach Ln, Sarasota US-FL 27.36631, -82.556073 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/3/2026The Celery Fields1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

23/4/2026

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

American Oystercatcher

13/4/2026

Killdeer

43/4/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

13/4/2026

Willet

23/4/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

13/4/2026

Least Sandpiper

63/4/2026

Laughing Gull

13/4/2026

Forster's Tern

13/4/2026

Sandwich Tern

13/4/2026

Anhinga

33/4/2026

White Ibis

43/4/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

33/4/2026

Little Blue Heron

13/4/2026

Snowy Egret

13/4/2026

Great Egret

23/4/2026

Brown Pelican

13/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

63/4/2026

Osprey

33/4/2026

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 Emerson Point Preserve for birding?
The best months to visit Emerson Point Preserve for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Emerson Point Preserve?
Notable species at Emerson Point Preserve include Blue-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, American Oystercatcher, Killdeer, Lesser Yellowlegs. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Emerson Point Preserve?
Birding at Emerson Point Preserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Emerson Point Preserve?
Emerson Point Preserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.