Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

Three birds foraging in shallow water
Tagged Lesser Yellowlegs Recorded at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary During Migration
October 16, 2024 — Wetland habitats in South Florida serve as important refueling stations for birds migrating from the boreal forest to South America each fall.
Bar graph showing rainfall amounts for the month of September 2024
September Rainfall Keeps Water Levels High
October 05, 2024
A young woman hiking through a field with a lizard in her hand
Catching Up with Ayanna Browne, Former Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Intern
October 04, 2024 — From the Virgin Islands to Florida to California, this young woman is making her mark in the conservation field.
Two photos show young ladies posing for the camera, each with an insect in hand
New Conservation Assistants Hit the Ground Running
September 18, 2024 — Learn about the two new seasonal staff members.
Graph showing annual August rainfall totals as vertical bars with a red dotted line showing the average amount.
A Really Rainy Summer Raises Water Levels in the Swamp
September 05, 2024
A swamp buggy loaded with campers and counselors.
Wild Florida Adventure Camp 2024 Was a Resounding Success!
August 28, 2024
White blossoms on the side of a tree trunk
Protecting the Ghost Orchids of Collier County
July 30, 2024 — Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary staff participate in, learn from UF/IFAS Extension Office Ghost Orchid Symposium
Close-up of a fish on a road
June Rainfall Restores Water Levels in the Swamp
July 02, 2024 — Staff recorded 11 inches between June 11 and 13, 2024.
Two white flowers with a tangle of roots on a tree trunk.
The "Super" Ghost Orchid Now Blooming
June 24, 2024 — The first blossoms of the 2024 season were photographed on June 22. The orchid's last blossom was observed on Sept. 5.
Line graph showing water levels for 2024 compared to averages since 2000.
2024 Water Year Report
June 06, 2024 — Above-average rainfall through the winter kept our water levels above the usual expected range.