Saint Andrews State Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Saint Andrews State Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 289 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Ruddy Turnstone, and Sanderling 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

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/1/2026Deer Point Lake--North Bayhead Landing1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

2/28/2026Conservation Park Trails1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

2/23/20262652 Pretty Bayou Island Drive1 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

2/21/2026St. Andrews SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

43/5/2026

Mourning Dove

193/5/2026

Common Gallinule

13/5/2026

American Coot

13/5/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

63/5/2026

Sanderling

113/5/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

203/5/2026

Laughing Gull

103/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/5/2026

Royal Tern

233/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/5/2026

Northern Gannet

13/5/2026

Anhinga

33/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/5/2026

White Ibis

63/5/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

23/5/2026

Little Blue Heron

93/5/2026

Snowy Egret

73/5/2026

Great Egret

143/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

283/5/2026

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 Saint Andrews State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Saint Andrews State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Saint Andrews State Park?
Notable species at Saint Andrews State Park include Rock Pigeon, Ruddy Turnstone, Sanderling, Laughing Gull, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Saint Andrews State Park?
Birding at Saint Andrews State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Saint Andrews State Park?
Saint Andrews State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.