Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Long Point - Birds Canada Headquarters Property

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Long Point - Birds Canada Headquarters Property is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 263 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Tundra Swan, Sandhill Crane, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

4/14/2026East 1/4 Line and Big Creek1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/14/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Field Station1 observed

Black-throated Blue Warbler

Setophaga caerulescens

4/14/2026Port Burwell--Monarch Landing1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/2026110 Clubhouse Road, Vittoria, Ontario, CA (42.667, -80.34)1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

4/13/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Field Station1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/12/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Field Station1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/11/2026Long Point--Birds Canada Headquarters Property1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Woodcock

24/13/2026

Long-eared Owl

24/13/2026

Purple Martin

54/13/2026

Canada Goose

64/13/2026

Mourning Dove

24/13/2026

Northern Harrier

14/13/2026

Bald Eagle

14/13/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/13/2026

Northern Flicker

24/13/2026

American Crow

14/13/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/13/2026

Tree Swallow

64/13/2026

American Robin

64/13/2026

American Goldfinch

24/13/2026

Chipping Sparrow

84/13/2026

Field Sparrow

14/13/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

64/13/2026

Song Sparrow

24/13/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

84/13/2026

Common Grackle

64/13/2026

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 Long Point - Birds Canada Headquarters Property for birding?
The best months to visit Long Point - Birds Canada Headquarters Property for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Long Point - Birds Canada Headquarters Property?
Notable species at Long Point - Birds Canada Headquarters Property include Tundra Swan, Sandhill Crane, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, American Crow. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Long Point - Birds Canada Headquarters Property?
Birding at Long Point - Birds Canada Headquarters Property is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Long Point - Birds Canada Headquarters Property?
Long Point - Birds Canada Headquarters Property offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.