Lake Springfield
Illinois · Midwest
About This Location
Lake Springfield is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
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
Fish Crow
Corvus ossifragus
Snow Goose
Anser caerulescens
Red-breasted Merganser
Mergus serrator
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Pileated Woodpecker
Eastern Kingbird
Canada Goose
Mourning Dove
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Great Crested Flycatcher
Red-eyed Vireo
Blue Jay
American Crow
Tufted Titmouse
White-breasted Nuthatch
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher
Northern House Wren
Carolina Wren
Gray Catbird
American Robin
American Goldfinch
Summer Tanager
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
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Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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