Shoreline Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Shoreline Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Virginia Rail, and Laughing Gull 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

Inca Dove

Columbina inca

3/5/20265309 N Davis Hwy, Pensacola US-FL (30.4753,-87.2273)1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

3/5/2026Andrew Jackson Dr, Floridatown8 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/5/2026East Hill around Cook Elementary (feeders and yards)1 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

3/3/2026Taminco/Air Products Wildlife Sanctuary1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/3/2026Taminco/Air Products Wildlife Sanctuary1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

3/2/2026Fort Pickens, Gulf Breeze US-FL 30.32397, -87.276211 observed

Wilson's Plover

Anarhynchus wilsonia

3/1/2026Big Sabine Point1 observed

Surf Scoter

Melanitta perspicillata

2/27/2026Gulf Breeze Wayside Park2 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

2/27/2026Civitan Park1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

2/26/2026Home neighborhood1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

23/5/2026

Virginia Rail

13/5/2026

Laughing Gull

13/5/2026

Royal Tern

13/5/2026

Common Loon

13/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Osprey

13/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

Great Horned Owl

23/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

Fish Crow

13/5/2026

Purple Martin

13/5/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

33/5/2026

Gray Catbird

23/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/5/2026

House Finch

13/5/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/5/2026

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 Shoreline Park for birding?
The best months to visit Shoreline Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Shoreline Park?
Notable species at Shoreline Park include Mourning Dove, Virginia Rail, Laughing Gull, Royal Tern, Common Loon. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Shoreline Park?
Birding at Shoreline Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Shoreline Park?
Shoreline Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.