River/Riparian birding habitat

Windsor - Little River Corridor

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Windsor - Little River Corridor is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

5/31/2026Windsor--Spring Garden Natural Area1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

5/31/2026Windsor--Spring Garden Natural Area1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/30/2026Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach Metropark)2 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

5/30/2026Belle Isle1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

5/30/2026Essex Sewage Lagoons (eastern)5 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

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

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

5/29/20262654 Gem Ave, Windsor CA-ON 42.29738, -82.971891 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/28/2026Front Rd N, Amherstburg CA-ON (42.1686,-83.0973)1 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

5/27/2026Essex--Windsor Solid Waste Authority Regional Landfill1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

5/27/2026Essex--Windsor Solid Waste Authority Regional Landfill1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

195/29/2026

Mute Swan

65/29/2026

Mallard

25/29/2026

Rock Pigeon

25/29/2026

Mourning Dove

15/29/2026

Chimney Swift

35/29/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/29/2026

Ring-billed Gull

25/29/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/29/2026

Bald Eagle

15/29/2026

Willow Flycatcher

75/29/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

35/29/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

65/29/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

55/29/2026

Blue Jay

15/29/2026

American Crow

25/29/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

35/29/2026

Tree Swallow

45/29/2026

Barn Swallow

25/29/2026

Northern House Wren

65/29/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Windsor - Little River Corridor for birding?
The best months to visit Windsor - Little River Corridor for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Windsor - Little River Corridor?
Notable species at Windsor - Little River Corridor include Canada Goose, Mallard, Red-tailed Hawk, Downy Woodpecker, European Starling. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Windsor - Little River Corridor?
Birding at Windsor - Little River Corridor is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Windsor - Little River Corridor?
Windsor - Little River Corridor offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.