Wetland birding habitat

Rattray Marsh CA

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Rattray Marsh CA is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 278 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Wild Turkey 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-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/22/2026High Park1 observed

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

7/22/2026Colonel Samuel Smith Park1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

7/22/2026High Park1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

7/22/2026High Park1 observed

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

7/22/2026High Park1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

7/22/2026Ashbridge's Bay Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

17/22/2026

Mallard

87/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/22/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/22/2026

Song Sparrow

27/22/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

57/22/2026

Common Grackle

17/22/2026

Virginia Rail

17/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/19/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Northern Flicker

27/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/19/2026

Barn Swallow

17/19/2026

Carolina Wren

17/19/2026

European Starling

17/19/2026

American Goldfinch

37/19/2026

Savannah Sparrow

17/19/2026

Swamp Sparrow

17/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

57/19/2026

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 Rattray Marsh CA for birding?
The best months to visit Rattray Marsh CA for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Rattray Marsh CA?
Notable species at Rattray Marsh CA include Canada Goose, Mallard, Wild Turkey, Ring-billed Gull, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rattray Marsh CA?
Birding at Rattray Marsh CA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Rattray Marsh CA?
Rattray Marsh CA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.