Huron Shore Flyway

The Lake Huron shoreline is located on a major migration route for many species of birds. These birds depend on this area for food and shelter on their difficult journey to and from their summer nesting grounds. The habitat along the shoreline in north Sarnia is particularly vulnerable to alteration because of the high concentration of human activity.

Sarnia Urban Wildlife Committee is identifying land which might be preserved as larger refuges for these weary travellers to rest and recharge. The Art Teasell Wildlife Refuge is an excellent example of this type of habitat. A map of the flyway is available here.

What Can You Do?

The Committee is also working to encourage residents to maintain their yards and gardens in a manner which is friendly to migrating songbirds.

We have compiled a list of native plants that are beneficial for migratory birds as well as other native wildlife. If you own property within the migratory route as indicated on the map, consider planting some of the native species found on the list.

The list can be viewed online here.

You can also download it in pdf format here (32KB) or as an excel spreadsheet here (40KB).

For more information about these plants, contact your local nursery.