Urban Park birding habitat

Port Weller - Malcomson Eco Park

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Port Weller - Malcomson Eco Park is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Merganser 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

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/3/2026Green House1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

6/3/2026stakeout Western Kingbird, Youngstown-Wilson Rd., Youngstown (2025)1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

6/2/2026Barker & Main1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/2/2026Happy Rolph's1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

6/2/20265 Louis Avenue, St. Catharines, Ontario, CA (43.205, -79.216)2 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

6/2/2026Willodell by Schisler1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

6/2/2026Hulbert Road south end1 observed

Ruffed Grouse

Bonasa umbellus

6/1/2026Joseph Davis SP1 observed

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

6/1/2026Concession Four Rd. Silverdale1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

6/1/2026Four Mile Creek SP1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

6/1/2026stakeout Western Kingbird, Youngstown-Wilson Rd., Youngstown (2025)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

16/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

56/3/2026

Osprey

16/3/2026

Cooper's Hawk

16/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/3/2026

Northern Flicker

16/3/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/3/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/3/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

6/3/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

6/3/2026

Blue Jay

16/3/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/3/2026

Tree Swallow

6/3/2026

Barn Swallow

16/3/2026

Northern House Wren

16/3/2026

Carolina Wren

16/3/2026

Gray Catbird

36/3/2026

American Robin

6/3/2026

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 Port Weller - Malcomson Eco Park for birding?
The best months to visit Port Weller - Malcomson Eco Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Port Weller - Malcomson Eco Park?
Notable species at Port Weller - Malcomson Eco Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Merganser, Red-breasted Merganser, Mourning Dove. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Port Weller - Malcomson Eco Park?
Birding at Port Weller - Malcomson Eco Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Port Weller - Malcomson Eco Park?
Port Weller - Malcomson Eco Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.