Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Almonte Lagoons

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Almonte Lagoons is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Blue Jay, and American Crow 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

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

6/1/2026Rathwell Drive, Carleton Place, Ontario1 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

6/1/2026Carleton Place--Hwy 7 Storm Pond1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/30/2026Carleton Place--Hwy 7 Storm Pond1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

5/30/2026Kinburn old rail trail1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

5/30/2026Stittsville Backyard1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/28/2026Carleton Place--Hwy 7 Storm Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

196/1/2026

Mallard

266/1/2026

Hooded Merganser

66/1/2026

Wild Turkey

16/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

26/1/2026

Mourning Dove

16/1/2026

Killdeer

16/1/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

36/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Northern Flicker

26/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/1/2026

Eastern Kingbird

26/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

16/1/2026

American Crow

36/1/2026

Common Raven

16/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/1/2026

Tree Swallow

146/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Almonte Lagoons for birding?
The best months to visit Almonte Lagoons for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Almonte Lagoons?
Notable species at Almonte Lagoons include Mourning Dove, Blue Jay, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Almonte Lagoons?
Birding at Almonte Lagoons is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Almonte Lagoons?
Almonte Lagoons offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.