Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Hawk Cliff

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Hawk Cliff is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/20/2026London--Dingman Constructed Wetland2 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/18/2026London--Dingman Constructed Wetland1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

7/17/2026London--Dingman Constructed Wetland4 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/11/2026St. Thomas--Dalewood Reservoir1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

37/17/2026

Chimney Swift

17/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/17/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/17/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

27/17/2026

Blue Jay

47/17/2026

American Crow

17/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/17/2026

Bank Swallow

187/17/2026

Barn Swallow

37/17/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/17/2026

Northern House Wren

17/17/2026

Gray Catbird

67/17/2026

American Robin

87/17/2026

American Goldfinch

37/17/2026

Song Sparrow

17/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/17/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

37/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

37/17/2026

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 Hawk Cliff for birding?
The best months to visit Hawk Cliff for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hawk Cliff?
Notable species at Hawk Cliff include Boreal Chickadee, Spruce Grouse, Gray Jay, Black-backed Woodpecker, White-winged Crossbill. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hawk Cliff?
Birding at Hawk Cliff is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hawk Cliff?
Hawk Cliff offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.