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

Golden-winged x Blue-winged Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera

5/31/2026Woodlot on 13th concession 42.767165 -80.5519481 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/31/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Research Station1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/30/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Research Station1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

5/30/2026Long Point--Big Creek NWA1 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

5/28/2026St. Williams Conservation Reserve1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

5/28/2026Long Point--Breakwater (restricted access)1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

5/27/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Research Station1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/27/2026Long Point--Breakwater (restricted access)1 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

5/27/2026Long Point--Breakwater (restricted access)1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

5/26/2026Long Point--Birds Canada Headquarters Property1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

195/31/2026

Mallard

15/31/2026

Sandhill Crane

45/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

65/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

25/31/2026

Tree Swallow

175/31/2026

Purple Martin

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

45/31/2026

Cliff Swallow

95/31/2026

Northern House Wren

45/31/2026

Gray Catbird

45/31/2026

American Robin

125/31/2026

American Goldfinch

15/31/2026

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.