Tall Timbers Research Station

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Tall Timbers Research Station is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, and Red-headed Woodpecker 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

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

3/6/2026Timberlane Ravine Park1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Rhoden Cove Road Landing1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/6/20262207 Trescott Drive, Tallahassee, Florida, US (30.471, -84.26)1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

3/6/20262920 Pearl Drive, Tallahassee, Florida, US (30.485, -84.283)2 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/6/20262920 Pearl Drive, Tallahassee, Florida, US (30.485, -84.283)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/6/2026Heartwood Hills1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/6/2026Heartwood Hills1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

3/5/2026Rhoden Cove Road Landing1 observed

Snail Kite

Rostrhamus sociabilis

3/4/2026Ice Station Arendell1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/4/2026Heartwood Hills1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/5/2026

Eastern Towhee

43/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/3/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/3/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Northern Flicker

13/3/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/3/2026

White-eyed Vireo

23/3/2026

American Crow

23/3/2026

Fish Crow

13/3/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/3/2026

Purple Martin

113/3/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/3/2026

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 Tall Timbers Research Station for birding?
The best months to visit Tall Timbers Research Station for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Tall Timbers Research Station?
Notable species at Tall Timbers Research Station include Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-headed Woodpecker, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tall Timbers Research Station?
Birding at Tall Timbers Research Station is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tall Timbers Research Station?
Tall Timbers Research Station offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.