Urban Park birding habitat

Marie Curtis Park (Peel)

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Marie Curtis Park (Peel) is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This urban park 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

Loading map...

Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

7/20/2026Regatta Rd, Toronto CA-ON (43.6408,-79.3411)1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

7/20/2026High Park--Grenadier Pond1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/20/2026High Park1 observed

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

7/20/2026Colonel Samuel Smith Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

107/19/2026

Mallard

137/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

407/19/2026

Common Tern

47/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/19/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/19/2026

American Kestrel

17/19/2026

Common Raven

27/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

37/19/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

207/19/2026

Gray Catbird

47/19/2026

American Robin

97/19/2026

American Goldfinch

137/19/2026

Song Sparrow

47/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

157/19/2026

American Redstart

17/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

57/19/2026

Mute Swan

17/19/2026

Wood Duck

87/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Marie Curtis Park (Peel) for birding?
The best months to visit Marie Curtis Park (Peel) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Marie Curtis Park (Peel)?
Notable species at Marie Curtis Park (Peel) include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid), White-winged Scoter. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Marie Curtis Park (Peel)?
Birding at Marie Curtis Park (Peel) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Marie Curtis Park (Peel)?
Marie Curtis Park (Peel) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.