Burcham Park, Lawrence
Kansas · Midwest
About This Location
Burcham Park, Lawrence is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Lesser Scaup 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
Turkey Vulture (Northern)
Cathartes aura
Red-breasted Merganser
Mergus serrator
Canada Warbler
Cardellina canadensis
Ruddy Turnstone
Arenaria interpres
Common Tern
Sterna hirundo
Least Bittern
Botaurus exilis
Sandhill Crane
Antigone canadensis
Black-necked Stilt
Himantopus mexicanus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Turkey Vulture
Red-shouldered Hawk
Barred Owl
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Eastern Wood-Pewee
Great Crested Flycatcher
Eastern Warbling Vireo
Red-eyed Vireo
Blue Jay
Black-capped Chickadee
Tufted Titmouse
White-breasted Nuthatch
Carolina Wren
Eastern Bluebird
Swainson's Thrush
American Robin
House Finch
Birding Tips
- 1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
- 2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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