London - Fanshawe CA

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

London - Fanshawe CA is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 260 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/4/2026Dorchester Swamp1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/4/2026London--Springbank Park1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/4/2026London--Greenway Park1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/2/202635th line zorra2 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/28/2026Medway Rd west of Adelaide St N, Middlesex, Ontario1 observed

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

2/28/2026London--Greenway Park1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

2/28/2026Field near eagles nest2 observed

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

2/28/2026Wildwood CA1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/28/2026London--Greenway Park1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

2/27/2026London--North London Athletic Fields1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/26/2026London--Greenway Park3 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

2/24/2026London--Greenway Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1173/2/2026

Mallard

133/2/2026

American Black Duck

13/2/2026

Common Goldeneye

173/2/2026

Common Merganser

83/2/2026

Rock Pigeon

23/2/2026

Mourning Dove

13/2/2026

Bald Eagle

13/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Blue Jay

53/2/2026

American Crow

43/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

113/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

33/2/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

23/2/2026

Brown Creeper

23/2/2026

European Starling

143/2/2026

House Sparrow

53/2/2026

House Finch

23/2/2026

American Goldfinch

33/2/2026

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 London - Fanshawe CA for birding?
The best months to visit London - Fanshawe CA for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at London - Fanshawe CA?
Notable species at London - Fanshawe CA include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at London - Fanshawe CA?
Birding at London - Fanshawe CA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at London - Fanshawe CA?
London - Fanshawe CA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.