Augusta Lake
Kansas · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Augusta Lake is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and Mallard among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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Notable Species
Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Purple Martin
Progne subis
Eastern Phoebe
Sayornis phoebe
Chipping Sparrow
Spizella passerina
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Gadwall
Mallard
Common Merganser
Mourning Dove
Killdeer
Ring-billed Gull
Pied-billed Grebe
Great Blue Heron
Bald Eagle
Red-shouldered Hawk
Red-tailed Hawk
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Blue Jay
American Crow
Carolina Chickadee
Black-capped Chickadee
Tufted Titmouse
Carolina Wren
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
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Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
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Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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