Coastal birding habitat

Sunnyside Beach

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Sunnyside Beach is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 257 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

7/16/2026Rattray Marsh CA1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

7/16/2026Courtwood1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/14/2026Boyd CA1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/14/2026High Park1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

7/13/2026High Park1 observed

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

7/13/2026Colonel Samuel Smith Park1 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

7/13/2026Brookbanks Ravine1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

7/13/2026Staines Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

207/15/2026

Mute Swan

77/15/2026

Trumpeter Swan

27/15/2026

Mallard

187/15/2026

Hooded Merganser

27/15/2026

Rock Pigeon

17/15/2026

Chimney Swift

47/15/2026

Killdeer

17/15/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

47/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

307/15/2026

Caspian Tern

17/15/2026

Common Tern

17/15/2026

Red-necked Grebe

27/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

207/15/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

37/15/2026

Great Egret

27/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/15/2026

Purple Martin

27/15/2026

Barn Swallow

207/15/2026

European Starling

37/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sunnyside Beach for birding?
The best months to visit Sunnyside Beach for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sunnyside Beach?
Notable species at Sunnyside Beach include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, White-winged Scoter, Long-tailed Duck. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sunnyside Beach?
Birding at Sunnyside Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sunnyside Beach?
Sunnyside Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.