Virginia Tech - Vet School Pond

Virginia · Southeast

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Virginia Tech - Vet School Pond is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Gadwall, Mallard, and Mourning Dove among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Gadwall Mallard Mourning Dove Turkey Vulture Red-bellied Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/3/2026Strobles Mill, Blacksburg, VA, my yard1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

6/1/2026Mountain Lake1 observed

Golden-winged Warbler

Vermivora chrysoptera

6/1/2026Mountain Lake Road Overlook1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/31/2026Fairway Drive2 observed

Veery

Catharus fuscescens

5/30/2026River Trail--McCoy to Eggleston1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/30/2026New River Valley Fairgrounds1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/30/2026New River Valley Fairgrounds1 observed

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

5/29/2026Kent Farm Road1 observed

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

5/29/2026Forest Service Road 708 (Poverty Hollow)1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

5/26/20265229 Highland Rd WWDSO II1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

26/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

16/2/2026

Tree Swallow

16/2/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

16/2/2026

Barn Swallow

36/2/2026

Northern House Wren

16/2/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/2/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

26/1/2026

American Crow

26/1/2026

European Starling

226/1/2026

Gray Catbird

66/1/2026

American Robin

26/1/2026

American Goldfinch

16/1/2026

Song Sparrow

16/1/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Virginia Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Virginia →

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Virginia Tech - Vet School Pond for birding?▼

The best months to visit Virginia Tech - Vet School Pond for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Virginia Tech - Vet School Pond?▼

Notable species at Virginia Tech - Vet School Pond include Gadwall, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Virginia Tech - Vet School Pond?▼

Birding at Virginia Tech - Vet School Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Virginia Tech - Vet School Pond?▼

Virginia Tech - Vet School Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.