Eloika Lake
Washington · Pacific Northwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Eloika Lake is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Gadwall among many others. Coastal and forest habitats support impressive year-round resident species and seasonal migrants.
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
Golden-crowned Sparrow
Zonotrichia atricapilla
Violet-green Swallow
Tachycineta thalassina
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Trumpeter Swan
Gadwall
Mallard
Ring-necked Duck
Bufflehead
Common Goldeneye
Common Merganser
Wild Turkey
Pied-billed Grebe
Bald Eagle
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Flicker
Black-billed Magpie
Common Raven
Black-capped Chickadee
Tree Swallow
White-breasted Nuthatch
Red-breasted Nuthatch
European Starling
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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