Lake McKinney
Kansas · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Lake McKinney is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts American Wigeon, Northern Bobwhite, and Ring-necked Pheasant 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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Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
American Wigeon
Northern Bobwhite
Ring-necked Pheasant
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Northern Harrier
Red-tailed Hawk
Ferruginous Hawk
Great Horned Owl
Downy Woodpecker
American Kestrel
Horned Lark
European Starling
White-crowned Sparrow
Western Meadowlark
Red-winged Blackbird
Snow Goose
Northern Flicker
House Sparrow
American Tree Sparrow
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.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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