Forest birding habitat

KY Dam

Kentucky · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

KY Dam is a productive birding destination in Kentucky, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Ring-billed Gull, and Horned Grebe among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

4/20/2026Clarks River NWR--Environmental Education and Rec. Area1 observed

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

4/20/2026Clarks River NWR--Environmental Education and Rec. Area1 observed

Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

4/18/2026Haddox Ferry Boat Ramp & Industrial Ponds1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

4/18/2026Little Bear Creek (Marshall Co.)4 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

4/17/2026Haddox Ferry Boat Ramp & Industrial Ponds2 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/13/20261Home--Calvert City, KY (Marshall County)1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

4/10/2026Moss Creek Day Use Area1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

4/9/2026Old Ferry Road past Craven’s Bay Road LBL1 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

4/9/20267348 Benton Rd, Paducah US-KY 36.98532, -88.495941 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

14/13/2026

Ring-billed Gull

64/13/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

104/13/2026

Black Vulture

44/13/2026

Turkey Vulture

104/13/2026

Osprey

44/13/2026

Peregrine Falcon

24/13/2026

Barn Swallow

24/13/2026

Cliff Swallow

604/13/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/10/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/10/2026

Great Egret

14/9/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

14/9/2026

American White Pelican

44/8/2026

European Starling

14/8/2026

House Finch

14/8/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit KY Dam for birding?
The best months to visit KY Dam for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at KY Dam?
Notable species at KY Dam include Rock Pigeon, Ring-billed Gull, Horned Grebe, Common Loon, Double-crested Cormorant. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at KY Dam?
Birding at KY Dam is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at KY Dam?
KY Dam offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.