Bird of the Month – 2023
This Bird of the Month 2023 recap highlights our most memorable sightings across Florida, Utah, Vermont, New York, Canada, and Bonaire — from rare vagrants to unforgettable lifers. January -…
Birding in Florida
Birding Highlights – 2022
Our Birding Highlights 2022 recap features seven new life birds and our top 10 birding moments from across the U.S. and Canada. A year full of surprises.
Dry Tortugas
Florida Keys and Dry Tortugas
A spring trip to the Florida Keys and Dry Tortugas brought turquoise water, rare seabirds, and three unforgettable lifers — including Brown Noddy and Masked Booby.
Blue Grosbeak
Spring Migration in Levy County
Spring migration on Florida’s Nature Coast brought 10 warbler species, colorful migrants, and standout April birding around Cedar Key and Levy County.
Paynes Prairie January 18, 2021
Trying for a New January Florida Record
A January Florida birding challenge filled with winter hotspots, rarities, and surprises — ending with a new record of 131 species.
When the World Felt Scary, the Birds Didn’t
Birding During COVID‑19: Safe Outdoor Birding in Florida’s Spring Migration
Birding during COVID‑19 became a safe and welcome escape, leading us to open parks across Florida in search of spring migrants, life birds, and peaceful outdoor moments during a difficult time.
Rediscovering Cedar Key: Our Birding Trip (2020)
This 2020 trip to Cedar Key was the start of our love affair with the area—and the reason we eventually decided to call it home! Read about our early birding adventures here, then check out our Levy County Migration post for the best spots to visit in Cedar Key today.
Myakka State Park
Myakka River State Park Birding
Join us as we explore the Myakka River State Park where added Florida life bird 322. We also visited the Crowley Museum and Celery Fields for more Florida specialty birds.
Birding Northeast Florida: Fernandina Beach to Cumberland Island
Join us as we bird our way to Fernandina Beach and Cumberland Island for a long weekend. Other highlights are Fort Clinch State Park, Big Talbot Island and Huguenot Memorial Park.
Trail Lakes Sunset
South Florida Birding & Glamping Guide: Tips & Hotspots
Join us as we explore the best of South Florida birding and glamping! From photographing Burrowing Owls in Cape Coral to discovering exotic lifer species in Miami and enjoying a unique Chickee Hut stay in the Everglades, this guide covers our top sightings, hotspots, and travel tips.