Birds of Florida

Florida has hundreds of birds species both migratory and native species. I want to photograph at least one of each of birds you can see here. Is it possible? Guess you’ll have to keep an eye here to find out!

Sandhill Crane Colt

A tiny, fluffy sandhill crane colt exploring the wide world. Looking more like a miniature, down covered dinosaur or a leggy little chicken than a majestic wetland bird, this little colt relies on its oversized personality (and equally oversized legs) to keep up with its parents.

Northern Cardinal

A vibrant flash of crimson against the green canopy. While the females sport a more muted, elegant blend of warm grays and subtle tawnies to stay camouflaged on the nest, the unmistakable male boasts a striking crest, jet-black mask, and brilliant red plumage, bringing a bold burst of color to Florida’s woodlands.

Mourning Dove

A quiet moment with a familiar backyard visitor. While often overlooked for their muted tan and gray plumage, a closer look in the right light reveals a stunning flash of golden and pinkish-purple iridescence along the neck of this Mourning Dove.

The burrowing owl is a tiny, long-legged bird that skips the trees to live underground, usually moving into burrows left behind by prairie dogs or ground squirrels. They're total daytime creatures, often seen hanging out right near their front doors or bobbing up and down on long legs. If a predator gets too close, they'll duck into their den and make a rattling hiss that sounds just like a rattlesnake to scare them off.

Grey-Headed Swamphen

An exotic and vibrant addition to Florida’s wetlands, native to the Middle East and Asia but now thriving in the Sunshine State. With its brilliant purple blue plumage and massive red bill, it stands out beautifully against the marsh reeds, balanced perfectly on its surprisingly long, oversized feet designed for walking right across floating vegetation.

Red-Bellied Woodpecker

A strikingly patterned and remarkably adaptable forest drummer. Despite its slightly misleading name, the faint blush of red on its belly is often hidden, but the brilliant scarlet cap on its head makes it an unmistakable and vibrant presence along the tree trunks.

Osprey

The ultimate winged angler of the coast. With its sharp crest, piercing yellow eyes, and uniquely textured feet designed for gripping slippery fish, this powerful raptor is a master of the plunge dive often seen hovering high above the water before executing a spectacular, high speed dive.

American Kestrel

The smallest falcon in North America, often seen scanning fields from thin branches or hovering against the wind as it hunts. This fierce little predator brings incredible color to the open Florida landscapes.

Brown Thrasher

One of the most vocal and spirited songbirds of the thickets. Cloaked in a beautiful rich rufous-brown with heavily streaked underparts, this master mimic is often found aggressively thrashing through leaf litter on the forest floor in search of its next meal.