Wetland birding habitat

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Trumpeter Swan, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Sanderling

Calidris alba

7/17/2026Tiny Marsh--North/South Dike1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/16/2026Highway 400 N, Georgian Bay CA-ON 44.87693, -79.747101 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/13/2026Auto selected 44.87280, -79.796031 observed

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

7/12/2026Lock 45 (Parks Canada), Port Severn2 observed

House Sparrow

Passer domesticus

7/12/2026Lock 45 (Parks Canada), Port Severn2 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

7/11/2026Awenda Provincial Park1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

7/11/2026Muskoka, Severn Sound North / West8 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/10/2026Yard List2 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

7/9/2026Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre1 observed

Bohemian Waxwing

Bombycilla garrulus

7/8/2026Horseshoe Valley Ontario1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

7/5/2026Rosemount Road1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/16/2026

Ring-billed Gull

47/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/16/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/16/2026

Northern Flicker

17/16/2026

American Kestrel

17/16/2026

Alder Flycatcher

17/16/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/16/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/16/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

37/16/2026

Blue Jay

27/16/2026

American Crow

17/16/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

37/16/2026

Northern House Wren

17/16/2026

European Starling

67/16/2026

Gray Catbird

27/16/2026

American Robin

37/16/2026

Cedar Waxwing

47/16/2026

House Finch

27/16/2026

American Goldfinch

87/16/2026

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 Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre for birding?
The best months to visit Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre?
Notable species at Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre include Trumpeter Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre?
Birding at Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre?
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.