Wellington Lake
Kansas · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Wellington Lake is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Snow Goose, Cackling Goose, and Canada Goose 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
Swainson's Hawk
Buteo swainsoni
Turkey Vulture
Cathartes aura
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Snow Goose
Cackling Goose
Canada Goose
Blue-winged Teal
Gadwall
Mallard
Northern Pintail
Green-winged Teal
Redhead
Ring-necked Duck
Lesser Scaup
Bufflehead
American Coot
Killdeer
Greater Yellowlegs
Double-crested Cormorant
Great Blue Heron
Red-tailed Hawk
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
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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