Wetland birding habitat

Hullett Marsh

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Hullett Marsh is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 228 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

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

4/15/2026West Perth Wetlands (Mitchell Sewage Lagoons)1 observed

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

4/11/202642801 Sawmill Road, Walton, Ontario, CA (43.633, -81.328)1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

4/11/2026West Perth Wetlands (Mitchell Sewage Lagoons)15 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

4/11/2026Hullett Marsh--Conservation Road1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

4/8/2026Bayfield River Flats Natural Area1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

4/6/2026West Perth Wetlands (Mitchell Sewage Lagoons)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

4/14/2026

Blue-winged Teal

44/14/2026

Northern Shoveler

104/14/2026

Gadwall

24/14/2026

American Wigeon

4/14/2026

Mallard

44/14/2026

Northern Pintail

4/14/2026

Ring-necked Duck

4/14/2026

Hooded Merganser

24/14/2026

Common Merganser

124/14/2026

Ruffed Grouse

14/14/2026

Mourning Dove

14/14/2026

Sandhill Crane

24/14/2026

Killdeer

14/14/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/14/2026

American Bittern

14/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/14/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Northern Flicker

14/14/2026

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