Lake birding habitat

Greenfield Lake

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Greenfield Lake is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Mallard 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

Northern Gannet

Morus bassanus

4/17/2026Wallace Park1 observed

Black-whiskered Vireo

Vireo altiloquus

4/17/2026Carolina Beach State Park1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

4/17/2026Olde Brunswick Store Trail1 observed

Bachman's Sparrow

Peucaea aestivalis

4/15/2026Carolina Beach State Park1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

4/15/2026Orton Pond47 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/14/2026Andover Rd1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck (Northern)

Dendrocygna autumnalis

4/13/2026Orton Shop30 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/7/2026Logan1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/4/2026Lee Bucks Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-shouldered Hawk

14/17/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

24/17/2026

Eastern Kingbird

14/17/2026

Blue Jay

14/17/2026

Fish Crow

14/17/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/17/2026

Carolina Wren

24/17/2026

European Starling

14/17/2026

Gray Catbird

14/17/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/17/2026

Song Sparrow

14/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

64/17/2026

Common Grackle

34/17/2026

Pine Warbler

14/17/2026

Yellow-throated Warbler

14/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/17/2026

Canada Goose

144/14/2026

Wood Duck

44/14/2026

Mallard

34/14/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Greenfield Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Greenfield Lake for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Greenfield Lake?
Notable species at Greenfield Lake include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Greenfield Lake?
Birding at Greenfield Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Greenfield Lake?
Greenfield Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.