Lake birding habitat

Bob Kidd Lake

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bob Kidd Lake is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Double-crested Cormorant, and Great Blue Heron among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

4/21/2026Lake Elmdale1 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/21/202672959, Winslow US-AR (35.8520,-94.2181)1 observed

Veery

Catharus fuscescens

4/21/202672959, Winslow US-AR (35.8520,-94.2181)1 observed

Hudsonian Godwit

Limosa haemastica

4/19/2026Chesney Prairie Natural Area1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

4/18/2026Bill Young Rd2 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/17/2026University of Arkansas--Razorback Gardens Mullins Creek1 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

4/15/2026U of A Experimental Farm (restricted access)1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

4/14/2026Yard1 observed

Kentucky Warbler

Geothlypis formosa

4/14/2026Lake Fayetteville--Mulhollan Blind1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/13/2026Logan Springs Preserve1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/13/2026Logan Springs Preserve2 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bob Kidd Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Bob Kidd Lake for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bob Kidd Lake?
Notable species at Bob Kidd Lake include Canada Goose, Double-crested Cormorant, Great Blue Heron, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bob Kidd Lake?
Birding at Bob Kidd Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bob Kidd Lake?
Bob Kidd Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.