Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
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

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/6/2026Auto selected 44.68707, -79.860841 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/6/2026Simcoe County Forest - Cedar Point Tract7 observed

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

3/6/202621 Bachly Ave, Oro-Medonte CA-ON 44.64938, -79.671531 observed

Pine Grosbeak

Pinicola enucleator

3/5/2026Lafontaine Rd E26 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/5/2026Simcoe County Forest, Swaile Tract1 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

3/5/2026Simcoe County Forest, Swaile Tract2 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

3/5/2026Aberdeen Storm Water Pond1 observed

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius acadicus

3/4/2026Simcoe County Forest, Swaile Tract1 observed

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

3/4/2026Simcoe County Forest, Swaile Tract1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

203/1/2026

Mallard

303/1/2026

American Black Duck

33/1/2026

Mourning Dove

43/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

23/1/2026

American Crow

33/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

53/1/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/1/2026

American Goldfinch

33/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/1/2026

Wild Turkey

62/28/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

22/28/2026

American Tree Sparrow

22/27/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

12/27/2026

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.