Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Ottawa - Greenbelt Trail 10

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ottawa - Greenbelt Trail 10 is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, and Dark-eyed Junco 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

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

5/30/202627 Harwick Cres, Ottawa CA-ON (45.3213,-75.8233)2 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/30/2026Ottawa--Torbolton Forest1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

5/30/2026Kinburn old rail trail1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

5/30/2026Stittsville Backyard1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

5/30/2026Ottawa--Shirley's Bay (boat launch)1 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

5/30/2026Parc de la Gatineau--Relais Plein Air1 observed

Golden-winged Warbler

Vermivora chrysoptera

5/29/2026Parc de la Gatineau--Sentier 51 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

5/28/2026Extrémité Ch. de l'Hôtel de Ville, Luskville1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

5/28/2026Britannia CA--Mud Lake4 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

5/28/2026Britannia CA--Mud Lake2 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

5/28/2026Forsyth Lane, private location1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/27/2026328 Astelia Cres, Ottawa CA-ON (45.2841,-75.9252)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/27/2026

Mallard

35/27/2026

Mourning Dove

25/27/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/27/2026

Ring-billed Gull

35/27/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/27/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

15/27/2026

Northern Flicker

35/27/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/27/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/27/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

45/27/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

75/27/2026

Blue Jay

25/27/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

55/27/2026

Tree Swallow

15/27/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

25/27/2026

Northern House Wren

55/27/2026

Gray Catbird

75/27/2026

Brown Thrasher

35/27/2026

Veery

25/27/2026

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 Ottawa - Greenbelt Trail 10 for birding?
The best months to visit Ottawa - Greenbelt Trail 10 for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ottawa - Greenbelt Trail 10?
Notable species at Ottawa - Greenbelt Trail 10 include American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Dark-eyed Junco, Northern Cardinal, Common Raven. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ottawa - Greenbelt Trail 10?
Birding at Ottawa - Greenbelt Trail 10 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ottawa - Greenbelt Trail 10?
Ottawa - Greenbelt Trail 10 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.