Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 252 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove, and Laughing Gull 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

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

3/5/2026GTM NERR--Yellow Trail1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/5/2026Mill Creek Landing Neighborhood1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

3/4/2026World Golf Village1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

3/4/2026GTM NERR--Purple Trail1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

3/4/2026GTM NERR--Purple Trail1 observed

Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

3/2/2026Royal St. Augustine Golf2 observed

Magnificent Frigatebird

Fregata magnificens

2/21/2026Vilano Beach, Saint Augustine US-FL (29.9238,-81.2934)2 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

2/21/2026Dr. Robert Hayling Freedom Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Hooded Merganser

12/23/2026

Mourning Dove

22/23/2026

Laughing Gull

62/23/2026

Ring-billed Gull

152/23/2026

Forster's Tern

32/23/2026

Horned Grebe

12/23/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

122/23/2026

White Ibis

102/23/2026

Little Blue Heron

12/23/2026

Snowy Egret

42/23/2026

Great Egret

42/23/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/23/2026

Brown Pelican

72/23/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/23/2026

Osprey

22/23/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

12/23/2026

Belted Kingfisher

12/23/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/23/2026

Eastern Phoebe

12/23/2026

Blue Jay

22/23/2026

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 Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR for birding?
The best months to visit Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR?
Notable species at Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR include Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove, Laughing Gull, Ring-billed Gull, Forster's Tern. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR?
Birding at Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR?
Guana Tolomato Matanzas NERR offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.