Britannia CA

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Britannia CA is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 281 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, and Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid) 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

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/5/2026Britannia CA--Mud Lake1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

3/5/2026Manotick--Watson's Mill1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Ottawa--Central Experimental Farm1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

3/4/2026Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc)1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

3/4/20265 Salisbury Pl, Ottawa CA-ON (45.4182,-75.6843)1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/4/2026Britannia CA (general location)1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/3/20264376–4700 Cambrian Rd W, Ottawa CA-ON (45.2388,-75.7720)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

5003/5/2026

American Black Duck

73/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

43/5/2026

Common Merganser

23/5/2026

Wild Turkey

163/5/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/5/2026

American Crow

83/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

353/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

American Robin

253/5/2026

Cedar Waxwing

103/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

103/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

93/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

53/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

European Starling

63/5/2026

House Finch

23/5/2026

American Goldfinch

53/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/5/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Scan the canopy edges at dawn for migrating warblers and other songbirds during spring and fall.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Britannia CA for birding?
The best months to visit Britannia CA for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Britannia CA?
Notable species at Britannia CA include Mallard, American Black Duck, Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid), Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, House Finch, American Crow, Cooper's Hawk, Barred Owl, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch, Pine Grosbeak. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Britannia CA?
Birding at Britannia CA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Britannia CA?
There is no entrance fee at Britannia CA. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Britannia CA?
Britannia CA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.