LAK Reservoir area
Wyoming · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
LAK Reservoir area is a productive birding destination in Wyoming, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Merganser among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.
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
Virginia's Warbler
Leiothlypis virginiae
Painted Bunting
Passerina ciris
Common Raven
Corvus corax
Baltimore Oriole
Icterus galbula
California Quail
Callipepla californica
Great-tailed Grackle
Quiscalus mexicanus
Virginia Rail
Rallus limicola
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Wood Duck
Blue-winged Teal
Northern Shoveler
Mallard
Green-winged Teal
Mourning Dove
Common Nighthawk
White-throated Swift
Killdeer
Wilson's Phalarope
Spotted Sandpiper
Great Blue Heron
Turkey Vulture
Sharp-shinned Hawk
Northern Harrier
Belted Kingfisher
Least Flycatcher
Eastern Kingbird
Black-billed Magpie
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
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
Amenities
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