London - Kilally Meadows ESA

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

London - Kilally Meadows ESA is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Goldeneye 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

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/6/2026London--Greenway Park1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/4/2026London--Springbank Park1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/4/2026London--Greenway Park1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/2/202635th line zorra2 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/28/2026Medway Rd west of Adelaide St N, Middlesex, Ontario1 observed

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

2/28/2026London--Greenway Park1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

2/28/2026Field near eagles nest2 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/28/2026London--Greenway Park1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

2/27/2026London--North London Athletic Fields1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/26/2026London--Greenway Park3 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

2/24/2026London--Greenway Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

103/5/2026

Mallard

63/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

113/5/2026

Common Merganser

13/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

43/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

American Crow

13/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

European Starling

33/5/2026

American Robin

293/5/2026

Cedar Waxwing

13/5/2026

House Finch

13/5/2026

American Goldfinch

73/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

43/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

23/5/2026

Common Grackle

113/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

93/5/2026

American Black Duck

23/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit London - Kilally Meadows ESA for birding?
The best months to visit London - Kilally Meadows ESA for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at London - Kilally Meadows ESA?
Notable species at London - Kilally Meadows ESA include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at London - Kilally Meadows ESA?
Birding at London - Kilally Meadows ESA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at London - Kilally Meadows ESA?
London - Kilally Meadows ESA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.