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

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/30/2026Prince Edward Point National Wildlife Area--Point Traverse Woods2 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/30/2026Prince Edward Point NWA--Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

5/30/2026Prince Edward Point NWA (general location)1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

5/30/2026Amherst Island--South Shore Road east of Stella 40 foot1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

5/29/20263433–3599 County Road 10, Prince Edward County CA-ON 43.91546, -77.073121 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/29/2026Prince Edward Point NWA (general location)1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

5/29/2026Prince Edward Point NWA (general location)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

35/28/2026

Northern Flicker

15/28/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/28/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/28/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/28/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/28/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/28/2026

Blue Jay

15/28/2026

American Crow

15/28/2026

Common Raven

15/28/2026

Tree Swallow

95/28/2026

Barn Swallow

15/28/2026

Northern House Wren

25/28/2026

European Starling

35/28/2026

Gray Catbird

15/28/2026

Brown Thrasher

15/28/2026

American Robin

65/28/2026

Cedar Waxwing

45/28/2026

American Goldfinch

35/28/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

15/28/2026

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.