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

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

4/15/2026Little Lake--Edgewater Blvd2 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

4/15/2026452 Mark St, Peterborough CA-ON 44.30796, -78.309901 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

4/15/20262434–2490 County Road 2, Otonabee-South Monaghan CA-ON 44.22497, -78.231462 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

4/15/2026Ennismore Waterfront Park1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

4/15/2026Lang-Hastings Trail--Technology Drive to County Road 352 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/15/2026Peterborough--300 Water St to Mark St Loop1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

4/15/202614th line fields1 observed

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

4/15/2026Bolin Rd boat launch, Rice Lake6 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Osprey

14/13/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

24/13/2026

Northern Flicker

34/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/13/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

24/13/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

24/13/2026

American Robin

24/13/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/13/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

14/13/2026

Mallard

54/11/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/11/2026

Ring-billed Gull

24/11/2026

Common Loon

14/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/11/2026

American Crow

24/11/2026

Common Raven

14/11/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

44/11/2026

American Goldfinch

24/11/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

14/11/2026

Song Sparrow

44/11/2026

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.