Wetland birding habitat

Leamington - onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Leamington - onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/16/2026Pelee Island--Stone Road Alvar Nature Reserve (ON Nature)2 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/15/2026Peanut Centre Nursery1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

7/15/2026Point Pelee NP--DeLaurier Homestead Trail1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/12/2026Essex Sewage Lagoons (eastern)1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/12/2026Kingsville--Mettawas Park1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/11/2026Essex Sewage Lagoons (eastern)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Spotted Sandpiper

17/20/2026

Tree Swallow

37/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/20/2026

Common Grackle

37/20/2026

American Herring Gull

27/20/2026

Forster's Tern

37/20/2026

Mourning Dove

17/20/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Blue Jay

17/20/2026

Northern House Wren

27/20/2026

American Robin

67/20/2026

House Sparrow

17/20/2026

American Goldfinch

77/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/20/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/20/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/20/2026

Trumpeter Swan

17/20/2026

Mallard

37/20/2026

Killdeer

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 Leamington - onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee for birding?
The best months to visit Leamington - onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Leamington - onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee?
Notable species at Leamington - onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, Northern Harrier, European Starling. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Leamington - onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee?
Birding at Leamington - onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Leamington - onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee?
Leamington - onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.