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Ottawa - Moodie Drive Quarry

Ontario · Canada

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ottawa - Moodie Drive Quarry is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Boreal ChickadeeSpruce GrouseGray JayBlack-backed WoodpeckerWhite-winged Crossbill

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/5/2026Rideau River, Ottawa CA-ON (44.9804,-75.8036)5 observed

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

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.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ottawa - Moodie Drive Quarry for birding?▼
The best months to visit Ottawa - Moodie Drive Quarry for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ottawa - Moodie Drive Quarry?▼
Notable species at Ottawa - Moodie Drive Quarry include Boreal Chickadee, Spruce Grouse, Gray Jay, Black-backed Woodpecker, White-winged Crossbill. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ottawa - Moodie Drive Quarry?▼
Birding at Ottawa - Moodie Drive Quarry is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ottawa - Moodie Drive Quarry?▼
Ottawa - Moodie Drive Quarry offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.