Cobourg - Harbour

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Cobourg - Harbour is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 255 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Mallard 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

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/6/2026Cobourg--Harbour1 observed

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

3/6/2026Hwy 2 (Bensfort Bridge-Hall Landing)3 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/4/2026Port Hope-Harbour1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/4/2026Silver Maple/Caradoc Rd Ontario, CA (44.107, -78.046)11 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

2473/6/2026

Mallard

123/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

33/6/2026

Mute Swan

33/6/2026

Redhead

33/6/2026

Greater Scaup

3/6/2026

Long-tailed Duck

103/6/2026

Bufflehead

33/6/2026

Common Merganser

23/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

63/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

3/6/2026

Song Sparrow

13/6/2026

American Black Duck

33/6/2026

White-winged Scoter

13/6/2026

American Herring Gull

153/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

53/6/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

13/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

13/5/2026

Mourning Dove

3/5/2026

American Crow

3/5/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cobourg - Harbour for birding?
The best months to visit Cobourg - Harbour for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cobourg - Harbour?
Notable species at Cobourg - Harbour include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Redhead. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cobourg - Harbour?
Birding at Cobourg - Harbour is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cobourg - Harbour?
Cobourg - Harbour offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.