Lake birding habitat

Port Dover - Silver Lake

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Port Dover - Silver Lake is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Mallard, Redhead, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/15/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Field Station1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

4/14/2026Sandusk Rd fields between Indian Line and Concession 13 Walpole1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

4/14/2026East 1/4 Line and Big Creek1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/14/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Field Station1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/2026110 Clubhouse Road, Vittoria, Ontario, CA (42.667, -80.34)1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

4/13/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Field Station1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/12/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Field Station1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/11/2026Long Point--Birds Canada Headquarters Property1 observed

Eurasian x American Wigeon (hybrid)

Mareca penelope x americana

4/11/2026Long Point--Birds Canada Headquarters Property1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/14/2026

Gadwall

204/14/2026

Mallard

4/14/2026

Ring-necked Duck

124/14/2026

Bufflehead

404/14/2026

Mourning Dove

4/14/2026

Killdeer

4/14/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

4/14/2026

Ring-billed Gull

4/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/14/2026

Eastern Screech-Owl

14/14/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Blue Jay

4/14/2026

Tree Swallow

4/14/2026

European Starling

4/14/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/14/2026

American Robin

4/14/2026

House Finch

4/14/2026

Song Sparrow

4/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Port Dover - Silver Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Port Dover - Silver Lake for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Port Dover - Silver Lake?
Notable species at Port Dover - Silver Lake include Mallard, Redhead, Ring-necked Duck, Greater Scaup, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Port Dover - Silver Lake?
Birding at Port Dover - Silver Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Port Dover - Silver Lake?
Port Dover - Silver Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.