The Riverwood Conservancy

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

The Riverwood Conservancy is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

3/5/2026Tommy Thompson Park1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/2026Oakville--Bronte Harbour1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/5/2026High Park--Wendigo Creek1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/5/2026Colonel Samuel Smith Park1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

3/5/2026Cherry St, Toronto CA-ON (43.6471,-79.3556)1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/5/2026Toronto Pearson International Airport, Mississauga CA-ON 43.67551, -79.658011 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/5/2026Oakville--Bronte Harbour1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

32/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

12/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

American Crow

22/28/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

12/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/28/2026

Mallard

202/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

22/28/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

62/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

22/28/2026

American Goldfinch

22/28/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

22/28/2026

Cooper's Hawk

12/27/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

32/27/2026

Blue Jay

22/27/2026

Carolina Wren

12/27/2026

House Finch

12/27/2026

White-throated Sparrow

52/27/2026

Canada Goose

22/25/2026

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 The Riverwood Conservancy for birding?
The best months to visit The Riverwood Conservancy for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at The Riverwood Conservancy?
Notable species at The Riverwood Conservancy include Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, Red-tailed Hawk, Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at The Riverwood Conservancy?
Birding at The Riverwood Conservancy is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at The Riverwood Conservancy?
The Riverwood Conservancy offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.