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

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

6/15/2026Sackville - Samantha Court and Parkview Drive area1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/14/2026Missaquash Marsh--NS side1 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

6/14/2026BBS JOGGINS (65023) - Site 333 observed

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

6/14/2026BBS JOGGINS (65023) - Site 171 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

6/14/2026BBS JOGGINS (65023) - Site 51 observed

Willow Flycatcher

Empidonax traillii

6/14/2026BBS JOGGINS (65023) - Site 111 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

6/11/2026573, Hwy 2041 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

306/19/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

26/19/2026

Belted Kingfisher

16/19/2026

Alder Flycatcher

16/19/2026

Blue Jay

16/19/2026

American Crow

156/19/2026

Tree Swallow

106/19/2026

Gray Catbird

16/19/2026

Hermit Thrush

16/19/2026

American Robin

36/19/2026

Cedar Waxwing

36/19/2026

American Goldfinch

26/19/2026

Song Sparrow

86/19/2026

Swamp Sparrow

76/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

106/19/2026

Common Grackle

26/19/2026

Common Yellowthroat

26/19/2026

American Redstart

26/19/2026

Magnolia Warbler

16/19/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

66/19/2026

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.