Oshawa - Second Marsh/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
WetlandCoastal
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Oshawa - Second Marsh/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 292 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and 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

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Lynde Shores CA1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/5/2026Oshawa--McLaughlin Bay/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/4/2026Whitby--Thickson's Woods1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/3/2026Lynde Shores CA--Cranberry Marsh1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/1/2026backyard11 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/27/2026Lynde Shores CA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

23/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

223/5/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

European Starling

53/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/5/2026

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 Oshawa - Second Marsh/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve for birding?
The best months to visit Oshawa - Second Marsh/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Oshawa - Second Marsh/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve?
Notable species at Oshawa - Second Marsh/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Oshawa - Second Marsh/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve?
Birding at Oshawa - Second Marsh/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Oshawa - Second Marsh/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve?
Oshawa - Second Marsh/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.