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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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

5/23/2026Pomona Lake--Michigan RA2 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/23/2026Pomona Lake--Michigan RA1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

5/23/2026Pomona Lake--Michigan RA30 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

25/26/2026

Mourning Dove

25/26/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/26/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/26/2026

Bell's Vireo

15/26/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

25/26/2026

Gray Catbird

15/26/2026

Brown Thrasher

25/26/2026

Northern Mockingbird

35/26/2026

Eastern Bluebird

25/26/2026

Field Sparrow

45/26/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

35/26/2026

Blue Grosbeak

35/26/2026

Dickcissel

85/26/2026

Common Nighthawk

35/26/2026

Killdeer

25/26/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

45/26/2026

Western Kingbird

25/26/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/26/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

25/26/2026

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.