Bennington Lake
Washington · Pacific Northwest
About This Location
Bennington Lake is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Killdeer among many others. Coastal and forest habitats support impressive year-round resident species and seasonal migrants.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
White-winged Crossbill
Loxia leucoptera
Ash-throated Flycatcher
Myiarchus cinerascens
Veery
Catharus fuscescens
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
California Quail
Mourning Dove
Black-chinned Hummingbird
Killdeer
American White Pelican
Red-tailed Hawk
Great Horned Owl
Northern Flicker
Western Wood-Pewee
Say's Phoebe
Western Kingbird
Eastern Kingbird
Western Warbling Vireo
Black-capped Chickadee
Cliff Swallow
Northern House Wren
Bewick's Wren
Gray Catbird
American Robin
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
Pack rain gear — the best birding often coincides with drizzly conditions.
Amenities
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