Wetland birding habitat

Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper)

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper) is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

7/19/2026Barnhart Island Marina1 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

7/14/2026Montée Biggar, Godmanchester1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

7/11/2026135 75e Avenue, Le Haut-Saint-Laurent, Québec, CA (45,173, -74,282)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

27/20/2026

Virginia Rail

17/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

77/20/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

27/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/20/2026

Green Heron

17/20/2026

Great Egret

17/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/20/2026

Osprey

57/20/2026

Northern Harrier

17/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/20/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/20/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/20/2026

Blue Jay

27/20/2026

American Crow

47/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

47/20/2026

Tree Swallow

157/20/2026

Purple Martin

17/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper) for birding?
The best months to visit Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper)?
Notable species at Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper) include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper)?
Birding at Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper)?
Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.