Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Lakefield Sewage Lagoons

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Lakefield Sewage Lagoons is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Red-tailed Hawk, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

7/20/2026Peterborough--Jackson Park and Jackson Creek Trail2 observed

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

7/19/20262663 Sweeney Line, Otonabee-South Monaghan, Ontario, CA (44.333, -78.225)1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

7/19/2026Peterborough--Mervin Line1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/14/2026Brown Line pond2 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

7/13/2026Bellmere Winds Golf Resort2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

267/19/2026

Wood Duck

147/19/2026

Mallard

437/19/2026

Hooded Merganser

27/19/2026

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

Killdeer

17/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

247/19/2026

American Herring Gull

17/19/2026

Common Loon

17/19/2026

Green Heron

47/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

47/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Northern Flicker

47/19/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/19/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/19/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

37/19/2026

Blue Jay

27/19/2026

American Crow

27/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

57/19/2026

Barn Swallow

17/19/2026

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 Lakefield Sewage Lagoons for birding?
The best months to visit Lakefield Sewage Lagoons for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lakefield Sewage Lagoons?
Notable species at Lakefield Sewage Lagoons include Red-tailed Hawk, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, European Starling, Dark-eyed Junco. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lakefield Sewage Lagoons?
Birding at Lakefield Sewage Lagoons is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lakefield Sewage Lagoons?
Lakefield Sewage Lagoons offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.