Peterborough - Beavermead Park

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Peterborough - Beavermead Park is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, and Mallard 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

American Crow Black-capped Chickadee Mallard American Black Duck Common Goldeneye

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/6/2026Katchewanooka Lake--end of Stenner Rd4 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/6/2026950 Weller St, Peterborough CA-ON (44.3003,-78.3536)1 observed

Carolina Wren (Northern)

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/6/2026Peterborough--Rotary Park & London St footbridge1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/6/2026Backyard1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/5/2026Katchewanooka Lake--end of Stenner Rd1 observed

Pine Grosbeak

Pinicola enucleator

3/5/2026123 Vince Jones Road, Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, CA (44.357, -78.665)2 observed

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius acadicus

3/4/2026Jeff Stewart NFC Station1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

43/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

43/6/2026

Common Merganser

23/6/2026

Bald Eagle

13/6/2026

American Crow

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Peterborough - Beavermead Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Peterborough - Beavermead Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Peterborough - Beavermead Park?▼

Notable species at Peterborough - Beavermead Park include American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Goldeneye. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Peterborough - Beavermead Park?▼

Birding at Peterborough - Beavermead Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Peterborough - Beavermead Park?▼

Peterborough - Beavermead Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.