Huguenot Memorial City Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Huguenot Memorial City Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 283 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Red-breasted Merganser, 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

Parasitic Jaeger

Stercorarius parasiticus

3/5/2026Saint Johns River, Jacksonville US-FL (30.3162,-81.6251)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

3/5/2026Crosswind Drive, Fernandina Beach, Florida, US (30.66, -81.436)1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

3/2/2026Fort George Island Cultural SP1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/2/20264015 Gadsden Rd, Jacksonville US-FL 30.28001, -81.653691 observed

Purple Sandpiper

Calidris maritima

3/2/2026Huguenot Memorial City Park4 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/2/2026Jacksonville Beach Pier (seawatch only)1 observed

Golden-crowned Kinglet

Regulus satrapa

3/2/2026Greenway- Jasmine St to Atlantic Av+Crosswind Dr 3mi1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

3/2/2026My backyard - Summer Trees 322461 observed

Surf Scoter

Melanitta perspicillata

3/1/2026Jacksonville Beach Pier (seawatch only)2 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/1/2026Jacksonville Beach Pier (seawatch only)1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/1/20261741 Edgewood Ave S, Jacksonville US-FL 30.29977, -81.703281 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Oystercatcher

23/5/2026

Black-bellied Plover

13/5/2026

Semipalmated Plover

53/5/2026

Wilson's Plover

53/5/2026

Willet

33/5/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

23/5/2026

Sanderling

23/5/2026

Laughing Gull

1003/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/5/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

23/5/2026

Black Skimmer

3003/5/2026

Royal Tern

23/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

123/5/2026

White Ibis

13/5/2026

Snowy Egret

23/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/5/2026

Brown Pelican

83/5/2026

Osprey

23/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/5/2026

Savannah Sparrow

23/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Huguenot Memorial City Park for birding?
The best months to visit Huguenot Memorial City Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Huguenot Memorial City Park?
Notable species at Huguenot Memorial City Park include Mallard, Red-breasted Merganser, American Oystercatcher, Black-bellied Plover, Semipalmated Plover. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Huguenot Memorial City Park?
Birding at Huguenot Memorial City Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Huguenot Memorial City Park?
Huguenot Memorial City Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.