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Orlando Gatorland

Florida  >  United States

In the theme park and wildlife preserve Gatorland there is a large pond (Breeding Marsh) where many birds nest during the breeding season.

Added* by Herbert Roehm
Most recent update 30 mars 2024

Description

Although Gatorland is a theme park, there are very good bird watching opportunities here. The 'Breeding Marsh' is a natural nesting area for birds. The many alligators give the birds a natural protection. Observations are possible from very close up. Among the birds you can observe are Great Egret, Snowy Egret, Roseate Spoonbill, Little Blue Heron, Great Blue Heron, White Ibis and Reddish Egret.

Details

Access

Gatorland is located on Hwy 441 just north of the Orlando – Kissimmee line in South Orlando. The park has a large parking lot. Click on the P in the map for directions to the parking. There is a boardwalk tour to explore the breeding marsh. Admission $ 35. Opening hours: Daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., earlier entry and later exit possible with 'Photography Pass'.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Reedbeds , Scattered trees and bushes , Pond , Lake , Park

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round , Spring

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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