Fontainebleau State Park
Louisiana · Southeast
About This Location
Fontainebleau State Park is a productive birding destination in Louisiana, with 261 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Barred Owl, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, 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
Painted Bunting
Passerina ciris
Broad-tailed Hummingbird
Selasphorus platycercus
Black-and-white Warbler
Mniotilta varia
Calliope Hummingbird
Selasphorus calliope
White-faced Ibis
Plegadis chihi
Barn Swallow
Hirundo rustica
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
Stelgidopteryx serripennis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Barred Owl
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Red-headed Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Blue Jay
American Crow
Eastern Bluebird
House Sparrow
Chipping Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Rusty Blackbird
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Northern Cardinal
Pileated Woodpecker
Tufted Titmouse
Northern Mockingbird
Common Grackle
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
- 2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
- 3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.
Amenities
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