Whether you're a devoted ornithologist or a casual bird-watcher, Hillsborough County is a great place to view local and migratory species. Resident birds like Reddish Egrets and Wood Storks can be seen year-round, while migratory birds like Swallow-tailed Kites provide seasonal excitement. Many of our parks and preserves are top hotspots on ebird.org.
Best Birdwatching Spots
Bahia Beach Nature Preserve
Cockroach Bay Preserve
Edward Medard Conservation Park
Fred & Idah Schultz Nature Preserve
Golden Aster Scrub Nature Preserve
Lake Dan Nature Preserve
Lettuce Lake Conservation Park
Lithia Springs Conservation Park
Lower Green Swamp Nature Preserve
Upper Tampa Bay Conservation Park
Wolf Branch Creek Nature Preserve
Birdwatching Gallery
