Kingston - Marshlands CA

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Kingston - Marshlands CA is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/5/2026Macdonald-Cartier Fwy, Loyalist CA-ON 44.27302, -76.892321 observed

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

3/5/20262190–2328 County Road 8, Greater Napanee CA-ON 44.17305, -76.874582 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/5/2026Amherst Island--Long Point Road Marshes and Village1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

3/5/2026Belle Island1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/3/2026Kingston--City Park1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/3/2026Kingston--Belle Park1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/1/2026County Road 6, Loyalist CA-ON (44.3205,-76.7376)3 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

3/1/20261570–1612 Bath Rd, Kingston CA-ON 44.23710, -76.561551 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

3/1/2026Kingston--Invista pond (formerly Dupont lagoons)2 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

2/28/2026Kingston--Invista pond (formerly Dupont lagoons)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

153/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

13/5/2026

American Crow

33/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

123/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

European Starling

53/5/2026

American Robin

103/5/2026

American Goldfinch

23/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

53/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Kingston - Marshlands CA for birding?
The best months to visit Kingston - Marshlands CA for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Kingston - Marshlands CA?
Notable species at Kingston - Marshlands CA include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kingston - Marshlands CA?
Birding at Kingston - Marshlands CA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Kingston - Marshlands CA?
Kingston - Marshlands CA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.