Coastal birding habitat

Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island

District of Columbia · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island is a productive birding destination in District of Columbia, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

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

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

6/13/2026stakeout Mississippi Kite, NE DC (2025)2 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

6/13/202620772, Upper Marlboro US-MD 38.73101, -76.698141 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

6/13/2026Gravelly Point Park6 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

6/13/2026Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

6/13/2026BARC--Research Rd.1 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

6/13/2026Gude Trail--E. Gude Dr. - Lake Needwood2 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

6/13/2026Oxbow Lake1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/13/2026Oxbow Lake1 observed

Blackpoll Warbler

Setophaga striata

6/12/2026Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

6/12/2026Oxbow Lake5 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/11/2026Long Branch Nature Center & Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

156/12/2026

Mallard

26/12/2026

Mourning Dove

16/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

36/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/12/2026

Osprey

16/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

26/12/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/12/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/12/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

36/12/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/12/2026

Fish Crow

16/12/2026

Tree Swallow

46/12/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

16/12/2026

Carolina Wren

26/12/2026

European Starling

176/12/2026

Northern Mockingbird

26/12/2026

American Robin

26/12/2026

House Sparrow

16/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island for birding?
The best months to visit Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island?
Notable species at Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Merganser, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island?
Birding at Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island?
Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.