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

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/30/2026Leamington--onion fields between Hillman Marsh and Point Pelee7 observed

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

5/30/2026Visitor Center1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

5/30/2026Visitor Center2 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

5/30/2026Essex Sewage Lagoons (eastern)5 observed

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

5/30/2026Point Pelee NP* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/29/2026Point Pelee NP* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

5/28/2026Point Pelee NP--Sparrow Field1 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

5/27/2026Essex--Windsor Solid Waste Authority Regional Landfill1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

5/27/2026Essex--Windsor Solid Waste Authority Regional Landfill1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

5/27/2026Point Pelee NP--Tip1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

45/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Black-bellied Plover

505/30/2026

Killdeer

25/30/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

555/30/2026

Red Knot

75/30/2026

Dunlin

755/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1005/30/2026

Bald Eagle

15/30/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/30/2026

American Crow

35/30/2026

Horned Lark

15/30/2026

Purple Martin

105/30/2026

Barn Swallow

25/30/2026

European Starling

55/30/2026

American Robin

105/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

155/30/2026

Wood Duck

25/29/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/29/2026

Tree Swallow

65/29/2026

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.