Lake Henrietta

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Henrietta is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Stork, and White Ibis 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

3/5/20262920 Pearl Drive, Tallahassee, Florida, US (30.485, -84.283)1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

3/5/2026Rhoden Cove Road Landing1 observed

Snail Kite

Rostrhamus sociabilis

3/4/2026Ice Station Arendell1 observed

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

3/4/2026Old Plank Road1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/4/2026Heartwood Hills1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/4/2026Heartwood Hills5 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/4/2026Heartwood Hills1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

3/3/2026Rhoden Cove Road Landing2 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/2/2026Morrow Yard1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

3/2/2026Lafayette Heritage Trail Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

83/3/2026

Wood Stork

33/3/2026

White Ibis

63/3/2026

Snowy Egret

33/3/2026

Great Egret

93/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/3/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/3/2026

Blue Jay

23/3/2026

American Crow

13/3/2026

Carolina Chickadee

23/3/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/3/2026

Purple Martin

123/3/2026

Carolina Wren

13/3/2026

Swamp Sparrow

13/3/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

23/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/3/2026

Little Blue Heron

13/1/2026

Green Heron

13/1/2026

Black Vulture

13/1/2026

Wood Duck

22/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Henrietta for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Henrietta for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Henrietta?
Notable species at Lake Henrietta include Canada Goose, Wood Stork, White Ibis, Snowy Egret, Great Egret. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Henrietta?
Birding at Lake Henrietta is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Henrietta?
Lake Henrietta offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.