Shaker Lakes - Lower Shaker Lake
Ohio · Midwest
About This Location
Shaker Lakes - Lower Shaker Lake is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Mourning Dove among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
American Herring x Great Black-backed Gull (hybrid)
Larus smithsonianus x marinus
American Herring x Lesser Black-backed Gull (hybrid)
Larus smithsonianus x fuscus
Great Egret
Ardea alba
Redpoll
Acanthis flammea
Field Sparrow
Spizella pusilla
Common Raven
Corvus corax
Eastern Towhee
Pipilo erythrophthalmus
Eastern Phoebe
Sayornis phoebe
Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)
Junco hyemalis
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Sitta canadensis
Pine Siskin
Spinus pinus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Mourning Dove
Red-headed Woodpecker
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Blue Jay
Tufted Titmouse
American Robin
House Sparrow
American Goldfinch
Dark-eyed Junco
Red-winged Blackbird
Northern Cardinal
Red-tailed Hawk
White-breasted Nuthatch
House Finch
Song Sparrow
Ring-necked Duck
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
- 2
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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