T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, and Common Gallinule 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

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/6/2026Fellsmere Grade Recreation Area (Brevard Co.)1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/6/2026T M Goodwin Rd, Fellsmere US-FL 27.82501, -80.707951 observed

LeConte's Sparrow

Ammospiza leconteii

3/6/2026Yeehaw Junction Area1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/5/20268740 Indiana Avenue, Melbourne, Florida, US (28.072, -80.684)1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

3/5/2026Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park2 observed

Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

3/5/2026Orlando Melbourne International Airport2 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

3/4/2026Turkey Creek Sanctuary1 observed

Fieldfare

Turdus pilaris

3/2/2026Fishermans Landing (Grant Co.)5 observed

Florida Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma coerulescens

3/1/20262002-2382 South Kenansville Road, Florida, US (27.834, -80.965)2 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

3/1/2026Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

2/28/2026121 North Cypress Street, Fellsmere, Florida, US (27.773, -80.604)1 observed

Sandhill Crane (Florida)

Antigone canadensis

2/27/2026historic Tram Rd2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Gallinule

3/5/2026

American Coot

83/5/2026

Purple Gallinule

53/5/2026

Limpkin

143/5/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

563/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

33/5/2026

Wood Stork

23/5/2026

Anhinga

253/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

293/5/2026

White Ibis

1503/5/2026

Glossy Ibis

2003/5/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

73/5/2026

Little Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Tricolored Heron

23/5/2026

Snowy Egret

43/5/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

123/5/2026

Great Egret

423/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

83/5/2026

American White Pelican

43/5/2026

Brown Pelican

23/5/2026

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 T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit for birding?
The best months to visit T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit?
Notable species at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit include Blue-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, Common Gallinule, American Coot, Purple Gallinule. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit?
Birding at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit?
T.M. Goodwin Wildlife Management Area - Original Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.