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Black Point Park and Marina

25.53880 , -80.32775

United States of America (USA)

Marina/park with mangroves and hiking/biking trails. This area is a known hotspot for the elusive Mangrove Cuckoo. You may also see Muscovy Ducks, Killdeer, and common backyard birds such as Northern Cardinal and Blue Jays. If you take a pelagic tour out of the marina, you may see Bridled Tern, Brown Booby, Magnificent Frigatebird, or Royal Tern.

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• geographic/ biogeographic location
• habitat and vegetation
• typical bird species/bird communities
• protection status
• land use and history
• importance for birdwatching

Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : 25.5388/-80.3278 (2021-04-18 07:54:18 )

Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "Black Point Park And Marina" (2021-04-18 07:54:18 )

Edited by Rebecca Smith on 2023-06-15 11:55:06
Marina/park with mangroves and hiking/biking trails. This area is a known hotspot for the elusive Mangrove Cuckoo. You may also see Muscovy Ducks, Killdeer, and common backyard birds such as Northern Cardinal and Blue Jays. If you take a pelagic tour out of the marina, you may see Bridled Tern, Brown Booby, Magnificent Frigatebird, or Royal Tern.

  • Top species

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• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

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  • Timing and strategy

The best season for the Mangrove Cuckoo is from late April-July when they're more territorial. Plan to arrive either first thing in the morning or right after a rain. You should be able to locate one within a half hour of arrival. Drive around to the back of the park where you'll find a paved road lined with mangroved on each side. Park here and explore the trails or walk along the road.

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• best time of the day
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Edited by Rebecca Smith on 2023-06-15 12:00
The best season for the Mangrove Cuckoo is from late April-July when they're more territorial. Plan to arrive either first thing in the morning or right after a rain. You should be able to locate one within a half hour of arrival. Drive around to the back of the park where you'll find a paved road lined with mangroved on each side. Park here and explore the trails or walk along the road.
  • How to get there

I don't believe there is any public transportation. You would most likely need to drive or hire an uber.

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Edited by Rebecca Smith on 2023-06-15 12:01
I don't believe there is any public transportation. You would most likely need to drive or hire an uber.

There are no park entry fees and although google has hours listed, the gate's always open early in the morning for birding.

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Edited by Rebecca Smith on 2023-06-15 12:03
There are no park entry fees and although google has hours listed, the gate's always open early in the morning for birding.
  • Other attractions

Home to a large family of raccoons and unfortunately a large population of outdoor cats. Other activities include fishing, boating, or enjoying the bar/grill.

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Edited by Rebecca Smith on 2023-06-15 12:04
Home to a large family of raccoons and unfortunately a large population of outdoor cats. Other activities include fishing, boating, or enjoying the bar/grill.

There are restrooms on the property as well as a restaurant and bar.

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or near this site, including:
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• accommodation
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• restrooms / toilets

Edited by Rebecca Smith on 2023-06-15 12:05
There are restrooms on the property as well as a restaurant and bar.

There is often noise pollution. Usually boaters with loud music. The only natural hazard might be touching a poisonwood tree.

Are there any security issues or other annoyances at this site? For
instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
• noise pollution

Edited by Rebecca Smith on 2023-06-15 12:06
There is often noise pollution. Usually boaters with loud music. The only natural hazard might be touching a poisonwood tree.
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