Perch Creek Habitat Management Area

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Perch Creek Habitat Management Area is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/6/2026Fort Gratiot wetland1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/6/2026Fort Gratiot wetland1 observed

American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

3/5/2026Perch Creek Habitat Management Area1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/4/2026Sarnia--Camp Saredaca4 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/4/2026Sarnia--Canatara Park (Hawkwatch Hill)1 observed

Redhead x Ring-necked Duck (hybrid)

Aythya americana x collaris

3/3/2026Home , Sombra1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/3/2026stakeout Common Ravens, St. Clair (2025)2 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/2/20262215–2237 Michigan Line, Sarnia CA-ON 43.00728, -82.289202 observed

Snow x Ross's Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x rossii

3/2/2026Sarnia--Hiawatha Horse Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

73/5/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

23/5/2026

Brown Creeper

13/5/2026

House Finch

13/5/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/5/2026

European Starling

93/3/2026

American Robin

13/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

103/3/2026

Tundra Swan

352/28/2026

Song Sparrow

12/28/2026

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 Perch Creek Habitat Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Perch Creek Habitat Management Area for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Perch Creek Habitat Management Area?
Notable species at Perch Creek Habitat Management Area include Canada Goose, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Blue Jay. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Perch Creek Habitat Management Area?
Birding at Perch Creek Habitat Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Perch Creek Habitat Management Area?
Perch Creek Habitat Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.