by Akash

Meet 10 Rare Birds in Forida

Florida Scrub Jay (Aphelocoma coerulescens): Endemic to Florida, this bird is known for its blue plumage and prefers the scrubby flatwoods and oak scrub habitats.

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Florida Grasshopper Sparrow (Ammodramus savannarum floridanus): An endangered species that resides in Florida's prairies and grasslands.

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Everglade Snail Kite (Rostrhamus sociabilis): Found in the wetlands and marshes of southern Florida, this raptor feeds primarily on apple snails.

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Wood Stork (Mycteria americana): A large wading bird with distinctive black and white plumage, it can be seen in Florida's wetlands and swamps.

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Red-cockaded Woodpecker (Picoides borealis): Inhabiting longleaf pine forests, this woodpecker is known for its distinctive white cheek patches.

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Cape Sable Seaside Sparrow (Ammospiza mirabilis mirabilis): This subspecies of seaside sparrow is endemic to the Florida Everglades.

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Short-tailed Hawk (Buteo brachyurus): A raptor with various color morphs, they are spotted soaring in Florida's skies, especially in the Everglades.

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Snail Kite (Rostrhamus sociabilis plumbeus): Found in Florida's freshwater marshes and lakes, this bird feeds primarily on apple snails.

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Bachman's Sparrow (Peucaea aestivalis): Native to the Southeastern United States, this sparrow inhabits pine forests and is relatively rare in Florida.

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Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus): While not extremely rare, this iconic bird of prey can be spotted in Florida, especially around large bodies of water.

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