Lake birding habitat

Perry Lake - Dam

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Perry Lake - Dam is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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 Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

4/16/2026Baker Wetlands--East Restoration1 observed

Gadwall x Northern Pintail (hybrid)

Mareca strepera x Anas acuta

4/15/2026Haskell Wetlands1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/15/2026Pumphrey Prairie1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

4/15/2026"Chickadee Ridge Nature Reserve", AKA, GLP home1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

4/14/2026Baker Wetlands--West Restoration2 observed

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

4/13/20261211 SW College Ave, Topeka US-KS 39.04525, -95.700341 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/13/2026Tollefson Property1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

4/11/2026Clinton Lake--Bloomington East3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Coot

104/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

44/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Cliff Swallow

54/16/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/16/2026

Harris's Sparrow

54/16/2026

Common Grackle

24/16/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/16/2026

Franklin's Gull

34/13/2026

Bald Eagle

14/13/2026

Bufflehead

84/11/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/11/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

64/11/2026

Horned Grebe

34/11/2026

Canada Goose

14/7/2026

Osprey

14/7/2026

Tree Swallow

14/7/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

14/7/2026

Killdeer

14/4/2026

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 Perry Lake - Dam for birding?
The best months to visit Perry Lake - Dam for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Perry Lake - Dam?
Notable species at Perry Lake - Dam include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Perry Lake - Dam?
Birding at Perry Lake - Dam is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Perry Lake - Dam?
Perry Lake - Dam offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.