There are many great places in South Florida for bird watching. Located near the beach in Fort Lauderdale, north of Sunrise Boulevard is Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. New mitigation areas have attracted many species of birds to the park. In the fall, an abundance of warblers were seen each day, including rare species like Worm-eating, and Prothonotary warblers. Various species of swallows such as Barn Swallows and Bank Swallows are also seen each year. Kingbirds, Cooper’s Haws and Merlin Vireo can also be found.
Also in Fort Lauderdale, located on Sheridan Street near Pine Island Ridge Road, is Brian Piccolo Park. The main bird that can be found at this park are Burrowing Owls. The owls are protected by stakes and ropes from other human activity in the park such as baseball fields and joggers. Look for these ropes and stakes around the park to spot the owls.
In central Hollywood, a tiny nature path known as John Williams Park is a mecca for songbirds during migration. Bird-watchers will also find Screech Owls, Yellow-billed Cuckoos and Cooper’s Hawks. There is a wide paved trail perfect for watchers, joggers as well as a playground for children. Just west of State Road 441 north of Sheridan Street, this bird-watching hotspot is a well-kept secret.
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