Everglades National Park - Flamingo

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Everglades National Park - Flamingo is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 270 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Lesser Yellowlegs, White Ibis, and Roseate Spoonbill 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

American Flamingo

Phoenicopterus ruber

3/6/2026Everglades NP--Snake Bight Trail10 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/4/2026Everglades NP--Guy Bradley Trail1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

3/1/2026Everglades NP--Flamingo2 observed

Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

3/1/2026Everglades NP--Flamingo1 observed

Great Blue Heron (Wurdemann's)

Ardea herodias

2/27/2026West Lake Boardwalk, Homestead US-FL 25.21456, -80.850191 observed

Clapper Rail

Rallus crepitans

2/27/2026Everglades NP--Snake Bight Trail2 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

2/23/2026Everglades NP--Eco Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Lesser Yellowlegs

13/4/2026

White Ibis

13/4/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

13/4/2026

Little Blue Heron

23/4/2026

Tricolored Heron

33/4/2026

Great Egret

23/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

153/4/2026

Osprey

103/4/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

13/4/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

53/4/2026

American Crow

63/4/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

33/4/2026

Northern House Wren

13/4/2026

Gray Catbird

43/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

53/4/2026

Common Yellowthroat

23/4/2026

Palm Warbler

13/4/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

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 Everglades National Park - Flamingo for birding?
The best months to visit Everglades National Park - Flamingo for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Everglades National Park - Flamingo?
Notable species at Everglades National Park - Flamingo include Lesser Yellowlegs, White Ibis, Roseate Spoonbill, Little Blue Heron, Tricolored Heron. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Everglades National Park - Flamingo?
Birding at Everglades National Park - Flamingo is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Everglades National Park - Flamingo?
Everglades National Park - Flamingo offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.