Sprague Lake
Washington · Pacific Northwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
About This Location
Sprague Lake is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, and Lesser Scaup 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
Mallard x Northern Pintail (hybrid)
Anas platyrhynchos x acuta
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Greater Scaup
Lesser Scaup
Bufflehead
Bald Eagle
Western Meadowlark
Cackling Goose
American Wigeon
Mallard
Canvasback
Common Goldeneye
Common Merganser
Ruddy Duck
Ring-necked Pheasant
Eurasian Collared-Dove
American Coot
Pied-billed Grebe
Double-crested Cormorant
Northern Harrier
Red-tailed Hawk
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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