Urban Park birding habitat

Peterborough - Beavermead Park

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Peterborough - Beavermead Park is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, and Mallard 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

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

5/30/2026Lakefield Water Tower Trails2 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

5/29/2026Hammer Family Nature Preserve--West (Kawartha Land Trust)1 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

5/29/20261Home yard1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

5/29/2026Lakefield Sewage Lagoons1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/28/2026Home--North Shore Dr E (Private Property)1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/28/2026Ganaraska Forest P61 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

5/27/2026Carveth Drive, Millbrook1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/27/2026Drummond--Lang-Hastings Trail btw Providence Line & Heritage Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

15/30/2026

Killdeer

15/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

15/30/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/30/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/30/2026

European Starling

25/30/2026

Gray Catbird

15/30/2026

American Robin

25/30/2026

Song Sparrow

15/30/2026

Common Grackle

15/30/2026

American Redstart

15/30/2026

Canada Goose

435/29/2026

Wood Duck

15/29/2026

Chimney Swift

75/29/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

25/29/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/29/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/29/2026

Bald Eagle

25/29/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/29/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/29/2026

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 Peterborough - Beavermead Park for birding?
The best months to visit Peterborough - Beavermead Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Peterborough - Beavermead Park?
Notable species at Peterborough - Beavermead Park include American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Goldeneye. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Peterborough - Beavermead Park?
Birding at Peterborough - Beavermead Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Peterborough - Beavermead Park?
Peterborough - Beavermead Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.