Wetland birding habitat

Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area - Point Petre

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area - Point Petre is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 266 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Greater Scaup, Long-tailed Duck, and Ruffed Grouse 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

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/20/2026Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area--Charwell Point2 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/17/2026642 Elmbrook Road1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

7/17/2026Prince Edward Point NWA (general location)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

7/17/2026Prince Edward Point NWA (general location)1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

7/10/20263191 County Road 10, Prince Edward County CA-ON (43.9293,-77.0860)1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

7/8/2026Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area--Charwell Point1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

7/7/2026PEC - Gull Bar1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bonaparte's Gull

17/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

307/20/2026

Caspian Tern

27/20/2026

Common Tern

67/20/2026

Common Loon

27/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

107/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/20/2026

American Kestrel

17/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

67/20/2026

Blue Jay

27/20/2026

Cliff Swallow

57/20/2026

Cedar Waxwing

27/20/2026

Field Sparrow

27/20/2026

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

Northern Flicker

17/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/19/2026

Gray Catbird

17/19/2026

American Robin

27/19/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

27/19/2026

Eastern Towhee

27/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area - Point Petre for birding?
The best months to visit Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area - Point Petre for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area - Point Petre?
Notable species at Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area - Point Petre include Greater Scaup, Long-tailed Duck, Ruffed Grouse, American Herring Gull, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area - Point Petre?
Birding at Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area - Point Petre is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area - Point Petre?
Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area - Point Petre offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.