LaFarge Sandpits
Kansas · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
LaFarge Sandpits is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Northern Shoveler 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
Orange-crowned Warbler
Leiothlypis celata
Chipping Sparrow
Spizella passerina
Eastern Phoebe
Sayornis phoebe
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Snow Goose
Canada Goose
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
Greater Scaup
Lesser Scaup
Bufflehead
Common Goldeneye
Ruddy Duck
American Coot
Ring-billed Gull
Belted Kingfisher
Northern Flicker
American Robin
Cackling Goose
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
- 2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
Amenities
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Kansas Birding Guide
Complete guide to birding in Kansas →