Sarnia - Wawanosh Wetlands

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Sarnia - Wawanosh Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, 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

Canada Goose Tundra Swan Mallard American Black Duck Common Merganser

Live Bird Data

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

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

3/2/2026

Tundra Swan

13/2/2026

Mallard

3/2/2026

American Black Duck

63/2/2026

Common Merganser

13/2/2026

American Crow

23/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

3/2/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.
2
Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sarnia - Wawanosh Wetlands for birding?▼

The best months to visit Sarnia - Wawanosh Wetlands for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Sarnia - Wawanosh Wetlands?▼

Notable species at Sarnia - Wawanosh Wetlands include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Merganser. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Sarnia - Wawanosh Wetlands?▼

Birding at Sarnia - Wawanosh Wetlands is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Sarnia - Wawanosh Wetlands?▼

Sarnia - Wawanosh Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.