Urban Park birding habitat

Sackville - Waterfowl Park

New Brunswick · Canada

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Sackville - Waterfowl Park is a productive birding destination in New Brunswick, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, and Northern Cardinal among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

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

Tufted Duck x scaup sp. (hybrid)

Aythya fuligula x marila/affinis

4/17/2026848 Royal Road, Memramcook, New Brunswick, CA (45.989, -64.554)1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/12/2026High Marsh Road - house 281 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

4/12/2026Sackville - 87 Bridge St1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/12/2026Sackville--Waterfowl Park1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/11/2026Jolicure--Parson & Jolicure Rds & Fields2 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

4/11/2026Tintamarre National Wildlife Area--Paunchy & Hog Lakes1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

44/21/2026

Gadwall

44/21/2026

American Wigeon

34/21/2026

Mallard

74/21/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

24/21/2026

American Crow

14/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

34/21/2026

Tree Swallow

74/21/2026

European Starling

114/21/2026

American Robin

64/21/2026

American Goldfinch

14/21/2026

Swamp Sparrow

34/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

44/21/2026

Common Grackle

204/21/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

34/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/19/2026

Brown Creeper

14/19/2026

Cedar Waxwing

14/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/19/2026

Ring-necked Duck

14/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sackville - Waterfowl Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sackville - Waterfowl Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sackville - Waterfowl Park?
Notable species at Sackville - Waterfowl Park include American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Northern Cardinal, American Robin, Mallard. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sackville - Waterfowl Park?
Birding at Sackville - Waterfowl Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sackville - Waterfowl Park?
Sackville - Waterfowl Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.