Coastal birding habitat

Walpole Island

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Walpole Island is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/31/2026Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach Metropark)2 observed

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

5/30/2026King Road Park, Marine City US-MI 42.71467, -82.510101 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

5/30/2026Lake St. Clair--Angler Line2 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

5/29/2026Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site7 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/29/2026Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach Metropark)1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/29/2026St. Johns Marsh1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

135/30/2026

Mute Swan

35/30/2026

Wood Duck

55/30/2026

Mallard

35/30/2026

Mourning Dove

65/30/2026

Common Gallinule

15/30/2026

Killdeer

45/30/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

25/30/2026

Forster's Tern

45/30/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

15/30/2026

Great Egret

95/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/30/2026

Osprey

15/30/2026

Bald Eagle

15/30/2026

Belted Kingfisher

25/30/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Northern Flicker

15/30/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/30/2026

Tree Swallow

25/30/2026

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 Walpole Island for birding?
The best months to visit Walpole Island for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Walpole Island?
Notable species at Walpole Island include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Walpole Island?
Birding at Walpole Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Walpole Island?
Walpole Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.