Rattray Marsh CA

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Rattray Marsh CA is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 278 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Wild Turkey 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-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/6/2026Colonel Samuel Smith Park1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

3/6/2026Sugar Beach Park1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/6/2026High Park1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Oakville--Bronte Harbour1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/6/2026Colonel Samuel Smith Park7 observed

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

3/5/2026Tommy Thompson Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wild Turkey

43/6/2026

Canada Goose

73/5/2026

Mallard

113/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

13/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

3/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

3/5/2026

Mute Swan

83/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

American Crow

13/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/4/2026

European Starling

63/4/2026

American Robin

23/4/2026

House Sparrow

33/4/2026

House Finch

43/4/2026

Common Merganser

23/1/2026

Mourning Dove

13/1/2026

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 Rattray Marsh CA for birding?
The best months to visit Rattray Marsh CA for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Rattray Marsh CA?
Notable species at Rattray Marsh CA include Canada Goose, Mallard, Wild Turkey, Ring-billed Gull, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rattray Marsh CA?
Birding at Rattray Marsh CA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Rattray Marsh CA?
Rattray Marsh CA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.