Lake Rawson
Illinois · Midwest
About This Location
Lake Rawson is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, and Mute Swan 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
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Setophaga coronata
White-throated Sparrow
Zonotrichia albicollis
Prairie Warbler
Setophaga discolor
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
Tyrannus forficatus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Wood Duck
Wild Turkey
Double-crested Cormorant
Turkey Vulture
Bald Eagle
Great Crested Flycatcher
Eastern Kingbird
Blue Jay
American Crow
Tree Swallow
Barn Swallow
Cliff Swallow
Northern House Wren
European Starling
Gray Catbird
American Robin
House Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Baltimore Oriole
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.
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