Based on 41,130 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Florida, Great Blue Heron is most often recorded in March; in Florida it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #2 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Great Blue Heron in Florida by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Florida in March
Places to look in Florida
Botanical GardenVizcaya Museum and Gardens
Botanical GardenZoo Miami
Botanical GardenBok Tower Gardens
State ParkFort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park
State ParkFort Mose Historic State Park
Botanical GardenButterfly World
FAQ
When does Great Blue Heron appear in Florida?
Mainly February–January, with the most records in March.
How common is Great Blue Heron in Florida?
It ranks #2 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Florida (41,130 records in our sample).