Lake birding habitat

Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Lesser Scaup, and Bufflehead 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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Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

House Sparrow

17/19/2026

Chipping Sparrow

17/19/2026

Canada Goose

307/19/2026

Northern Bobwhite

17/19/2026

Killdeer

17/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/19/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/19/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

17/19/2026

Blue Jay

17/19/2026

European Starling

37/19/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/19/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

17/19/2026

Orchard Oriole

17/19/2026

Indigo Bunting

27/19/2026

Dickcissel

37/19/2026

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/19/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  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 Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park for birding?
The best months to visit Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park?
Notable species at Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park include Canada Goose, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park?
Birding at Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park?
Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.