Forest birding habitat

Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Forest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Barred Owl, Hairy Woodpecker, and Northern Shrike 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

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

6/3/2026Ottawa--Shirley's Bay* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

6/2/2026Britannia CA--Filtration Plant/Point1 observed

Golden-winged Warbler

Vermivora chrysoptera

6/2/2026Parc de la Gatineau--Relais Plein Air1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

6/2/2026Britannia CA--Filtration Plant/Point1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/2/2026Driveway1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

6/2/2026Dolman Ridge Road, Ottawa, Ontario, CA (45.407, -75.518)3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Hairy Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

American Crow

16/2/2026

Northern House Wren

16/2/2026

Gray Catbird

16/2/2026

Veery

16/2/2026

American Goldfinch

26/2/2026

Song Sparrow

26/2/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/2/2026

American Redstart

46/2/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/2/2026

Chestnut-sided Warbler

16/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

26/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/2/2026

Northern Flicker

16/2/2026

Least Flycatcher

16/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

26/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  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 - Rockcliffe Airport Woods for birding?
The best months to visit Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods?
Notable species at Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods include Barred Owl, Hairy Woodpecker, Northern Shrike, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods?
Birding at Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods?
Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.