Local Wildlife

Have you ever wondered what the name of that bird you see walking along the shore is? Or maybe you hear a birdcall and would like to know what it is. This page contains pictures of some of our local birds and wildlife. Click on a picture to go to a website with more information. You will be able to listen to the birds call, see a location map, and learn more about each bird. The comments on this page are strictly my own observations and are in no way intended to be the sole source of information. If you have pictures or information about the birds you've seen here at the lake, send them to me and I will add them to this page!

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Water Birds

Cormorant
Usually only seen here in spring and fall with the pelicans.

Great Blue Heron
These are the guys you see strolling in the shallow water looking for frogs and small fish. They are not Cranes.

American White Pelican
Yes, we do have pelicans, but they only come through in the spring and fall and stay for less than a week.

 

Belted Kingfisher
You are more likely to recognize this birds call, but you can spot them sitting on top of boat lifts and light posts looking for a meal.

 

Mallard

Bufflehead

Wood Duck

Merganser