Grassland birding habitat

Milford WA

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Milford WA is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

4/16/2026Milford Lake--Curtis Creek Cove (Dickinson Co.)1 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

4/12/2026Huntress Park

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/14/2026

Blue-winged Teal

204/14/2026

Northern Shoveler

44/14/2026

Green-winged Teal

124/14/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

14/14/2026

Mourning Dove

14/14/2026

American Avocet

54/14/2026

Killdeer

44/14/2026

Hudsonian Godwit

54/14/2026

Wilson's Snipe

14/14/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

274/14/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

624/14/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

84/14/2026

Franklin's Gull

1004/14/2026

Ring-billed Gull

64/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

304/14/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

74/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/14/2026

American White Pelican

54/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

74/14/2026

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 Milford WA for birding?
The best months to visit Milford WA for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Milford WA?
Notable species at Milford WA include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Milford WA?
Birding at Milford WA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Milford WA?
Milford WA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.