Bennington Lake
Washington · Pacific Northwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Bennington Lake is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Killdeer among many others. Coastal and forest habitats support impressive year-round resident species and seasonal migrants.
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
Northern Mockingbird
Mimus polyglottos
Red-naped Sapsucker
Sphyrapicus nuchalis
Turkey Vulture
Cathartes aura
Canada Jay
Perisoreus canadensis
Short-eared Owl
Asio flammeus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mourning Dove
Killdeer
Northern Harrier
Say's Phoebe
Black-capped Chickadee
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Bewick's Wren
American Robin
House Finch
Lesser Goldfinch
Dark-eyed Junco
White-crowned Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
American Wigeon
Mallard
Ring-necked Duck
Bufflehead
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
Pack rain gear — the best birding often coincides with drizzly conditions.
Amenities
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