Lake birding habitat

Leaser Lake

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Leaser Lake is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 250 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Mallard among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

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

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/31/2026Leaser Lake1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/31/2026Trexler Memorial Park1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

5/30/2026Rodale Experimental Farm1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

5/30/2026Hawk Mountain Sanctuary--South Lookout1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

5/30/2026stakeout Eurasian Collared-Doves, Shartlesville (2012-present)2 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/30/2026106 Willow Road, Ruscombmanor Township, Pennsylvania, US (40.438, -75.809) Fleetwood reservoir1 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

5/29/2026437-221 Wild Turkey Lane, New Ringgold, Pennsylvania, US (40.665, -75.96)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/31/2026

Purple Martin

5/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

15/31/2026

Vesper Sparrow

15/31/2026

Ovenbird

25/31/2026

Worm-eating Warbler

25/31/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

15/31/2026

Scarlet Tanager

15/31/2026

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

15/31/2026

Indigo Bunting

15/31/2026

Canada Goose

25/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Green Heron

25/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

45/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

25/31/2026

American Crow

15/31/2026

Fish Crow

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

55/31/2026

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

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

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