Fellows Lake

Missouri · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fellows Lake is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 240 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Wood Duck, Gadwall, and Green-winged Teal 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

3/2/2026Lake Springfield1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

2/27/2026Lake Springfield Trails1 observed

Redpoll

Acanthis flammea

2/24/20261143 W Lasalle St, Springfield US-MO 37.14260, -93.308231 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

123/6/2026

Mallard

23/6/2026

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

American Crow

33/6/2026

Eastern Bluebird

73/6/2026

Wood Duck

43/4/2026

Gadwall

363/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

143/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

13/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

223/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

53/4/2026

Killdeer

13/4/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

33/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

53/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

93/4/2026

Horned Grebe

83/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Carolina Wren

13/4/2026

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