Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Prince Edward County - Kaiser Cross Road

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Prince Edward County - Kaiser Cross Road is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Crow, and European Starling 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

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/17/2026642 Elmbrook Road1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

7/15/2026Amherst Island--Long Point Road Marshes and Village1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/11/2026Amherstview--Sewage Lagoons (restricted access; KFN members only)1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

7/11/2026Lemoine Point Trail, Kingston, Ontario, CA (44.22, -76.607)1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

7/10/20263191 County Road 10, Prince Edward County CA-ON (43.9293,-77.0860)1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

7/10/2026Prince Edward Point NWA--Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory2 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

7/8/2026Point Petre Provincial Wildlife Area--Charwell Point1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

7/7/2026PEC - Gull Bar1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

7/7/2026Swetman Island6 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/4/2026Amherst Island--Long Point Road Marshes and Village2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

47/15/2026

Osprey

47/11/2026

Peregrine Falcon

17/11/2026

Purple Martin

87/11/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/5/2026

American Crow

17/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/5/2026

Northern House Wren

17/5/2026

Chipping Sparrow

27/5/2026

Pine Warbler

17/5/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/5/2026

Mourning Dove

37/4/2026

Common Loon

17/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/4/2026

European Starling

37/4/2026

American Robin

17/4/2026

American Goldfinch

27/4/2026

Song Sparrow

17/4/2026

Common Grackle

17/4/2026

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 Prince Edward County - Kaiser Cross Road for birding?
The best months to visit Prince Edward County - Kaiser Cross Road for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Prince Edward County - Kaiser Cross Road?
Notable species at Prince Edward County - Kaiser Cross Road include Canada Goose, American Crow, European Starling, Blue Jay, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Prince Edward County - Kaiser Cross Road?
Birding at Prince Edward County - Kaiser Cross Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Prince Edward County - Kaiser Cross Road?
Prince Edward County - Kaiser Cross Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.