Grassland birding habitat

Douglas SFL

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Douglas SFL is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Bufflehead, and Mourning Dove 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

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

4/16/2026Baker Wetlands--East Restoration1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/16/2026Kill Creek Park1 observed

Gadwall x Northern Pintail (hybrid)

Mareca strepera x Anas acuta

4/15/2026Haskell Wetlands1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/15/2026Pumphrey Prairie1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

4/15/2026"Chickadee Ridge Nature Reserve", AKA, GLP home1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

4/14/2026Baker Wetlands--West Restoration2 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/13/2026Walt Cochran’s Home, 16555 Agnes St, Gardner US-KS (38.8277,-94.9499)1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

4/11/2026Clinton Lake--Bloomington East3 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/9/2026Burcham Park, Lawrence1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/9/2026Burcham Park, Lawrence1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

34/14/2026

Wood Duck

14/14/2026

Lesser Scaup

154/14/2026

Mourning Dove

44/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

24/14/2026

Great Egret

14/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

204/14/2026

Osprey

14/14/2026

Cooper's Hawk

34/14/2026

Bald Eagle

24/14/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Eastern Phoebe

24/14/2026

Blue Jay

204/14/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

24/14/2026

Tufted Titmouse

24/14/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

24/14/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/14/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Douglas SFL for birding?
The best months to visit Douglas SFL for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Douglas SFL?
Notable species at Douglas SFL include Canada Goose, Bufflehead, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Bald Eagle. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Douglas SFL?
Birding at Douglas SFL is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Douglas SFL?
Douglas SFL offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.