Coastal birding habitat

Ottawa - Petrie Island

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ottawa - Petrie Island is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, and Common Raven 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

7/20/2026Parc de la Gatineau--étang du stationnement P81 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

7/17/2026Ottawa--Rockcliffe Airport Woods1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/15/2026Parc de la Gatineau--Lac Pink1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

7/13/2026Britannia CA--Filtration Plant/Point1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

7/13/2026Britannia CA--Filtration Plant/Point3 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

7/11/2026Britannia CA--Filtration Plant/Point2 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

7/8/2026Route 148 Estate, Thurso, Québec, CA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

787/21/2026

Wood Duck

27/21/2026

Mallard

107/21/2026

Green-winged Teal

17/21/2026

Mourning Dove

47/21/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/21/2026

Killdeer

27/21/2026

Wilson's Snipe

17/21/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

27/21/2026

Least Sandpiper

17/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

407/21/2026

Caspian Tern

17/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/21/2026

Great Egret

27/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

47/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/21/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/21/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/21/2026

Northern Flicker

47/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ottawa - Petrie Island for birding?
The best months to visit Ottawa - Petrie Island for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ottawa - Petrie Island?
Notable species at Ottawa - Petrie Island include Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, Common Raven, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ottawa - Petrie Island?
Birding at Ottawa - Petrie Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Ottawa - Petrie Island?
Ottawa - Petrie Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.