Hague Dairy (UF Dairy Unit)

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Hague Dairy (UF Dairy Unit) is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Common Ground Dove, and Mourning Dove 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

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/6/2026GRU Power Station2 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/6/202628th Yard1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

3/6/2026Kenwood Neighborhood1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

3/6/20263101 SW First Way, Gainesville US-FL 29.62464, -82.326321 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

3/6/2026San Felasco Hammock Preserve SP1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/6/20263920 NW 36th Pl, Gainesville US-FL 29.68657, -82.383401 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/4/2026Paynes Prairie Preserve SP--US-441 observation deck1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

3/4/2026San Felasco City Park1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

3/4/2026Newnans Lake--Earl P. Powers Park1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

3/4/2026O'Leno SP1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/4/2026Sweetwater Wetlands Park2 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

3/4/2026University of Florida--University Gardens1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

152/27/2026

Common Ground Dove

12/27/2026

Mourning Dove

42/27/2026

Common Gallinule

42/27/2026

Killdeer

12/27/2026

Wilson's Snipe

32/27/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

12/27/2026

White Ibis

32/27/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

82/27/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/27/2026

Bald Eagle

12/27/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

42/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/27/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

12/27/2026

American Kestrel

22/27/2026

Eastern Phoebe

32/27/2026

Blue Jay

22/27/2026

Fish Crow

12/27/2026

Tree Swallow

32/27/2026

Purple Martin

42/27/2026

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 Hague Dairy (UF Dairy Unit) for birding?
The best months to visit Hague Dairy (UF Dairy Unit) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Hague Dairy (UF Dairy Unit)?
Notable species at Hague Dairy (UF Dairy Unit) include Rock Pigeon, Common Ground Dove, Mourning Dove, Common Gallinule, Killdeer. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hague Dairy (UF Dairy Unit)?
Birding at Hague Dairy (UF Dairy Unit) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hague Dairy (UF Dairy Unit)?
Hague Dairy (UF Dairy Unit) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.