Lake Afton
Kansas · Midwest
About This Location
Lake Afton is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and Mallard 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
Pine Warbler
Setophaga pinus
Hooded Warbler
Setophaga citrina
Greater Roadrunner
Geococcyx californianus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mourning Dove
Great Blue Heron
Turkey Vulture
Great Crested Flycatcher
Eastern Kingbird
Red-eyed Vireo
Black-capped Chickadee
Purple Martin
Carolina Wren
Bewick's Wren
Eastern Bluebird
House Sparrow
House Finch
Chipping Sparrow
Eastern Meadowlark
Northern Cardinal
Mallard
Killdeer
Great Egret
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.
Amenities
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