Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road

Florida · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
WetlandCoastal
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and coastal habitat attracts Mottled Duck, Killdeer, and Wilson's Snipe 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 Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

3/6/2026Home Turf2 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

3/5/2026C.S. Lee Park1 observed

Snail Kite

Rostrhamus sociabilis

3/5/2026C.S. Lee Park1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/3/2026Brumley Road1 observed

Purple Sandpiper

Calidris maritima

3/3/2026Smyrna Dunes2 observed

American Flamingo

Phoenicopterus ruber

3/3/2026Merritt Island NWR--Haulover Canal Area1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/2/2026Merritt Island NWR--Black Point Wildlife Drive1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/2/2026Canaveral National Seashore--Apollo Beach1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black Vulture

23/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

203/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

American Robin

53/5/2026

Mottled Duck

22/22/2026

Killdeer

42/22/2026

Wilson's Snipe

42/22/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

22/22/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

52/22/2026

Least Sandpiper

62/22/2026

Anhinga

12/22/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

32/22/2026

White Ibis

82/22/2026

Little Blue Heron

32/22/2026

Tricolored Heron

22/22/2026

Snowy Egret

32/22/2026

Green Heron

22/22/2026

Great Egret

22/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/22/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

12/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road for birding?
The best months to visit Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road?
Notable species at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road include Mottled Duck, Killdeer, Wilson's Snipe, Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs. The area supports wetland, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road?
Birding at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road?
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge - Shiloh Marsh Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.