Kent Ponds
Washington · Pacific Northwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Kent Ponds is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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
Say's Phoebe
Sayornis saya
Spotted Towhee (maculatus Group)
Pipilo maculatus
Black Phoebe
Sayornis nigricans
Barn Swallow
Hirundo rustica
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Cackling Goose
Canada Goose
Mallard
Hooded Merganser
Common Merganser
Northern Harrier
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Flicker
California Scrub-Jay
American Crow
Black-capped Chickadee
Golden-crowned Kinglet
Brown Creeper
American Robin
Song Sparrow
Spotted Towhee
Anna's Hummingbird
Pied-billed Grebe
Great Blue Heron
Ring-necked Duck
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
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Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
- 3
Pack rain gear — the best birding often coincides with drizzly conditions.
Amenities
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