Whitby - Thickson's Woods

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Forest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Whitby - Thickson's Woods is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 280 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, and Long-tailed Duck 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

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Lynde Shores CA1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/5/2026Oshawa--McLaughlin Bay/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/4/2026Whitby--Thickson's Woods1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/3/2026Lynde Shores CA--Cranberry Marsh1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/1/2026backyard11 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/27/2026Lynde Shores CA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater Scaup

53/6/2026

Bufflehead

43/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

Barred Owl

13/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

33/6/2026

American Robin

23/6/2026

House Finch

53/6/2026

American Goldfinch

13/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

303/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

43/6/2026

Canada Goose

43/4/2026

Long-tailed Duck

23/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

63/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/4/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/4/2026

Northern Harrier

13/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

23/4/2026

American Crow

13/4/2026

Common Raven

13/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Whitby - Thickson's Woods for birding?
The best months to visit Whitby - Thickson's Woods for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Whitby - Thickson's Woods?
Notable species at Whitby - Thickson's Woods include Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, Long-tailed Duck, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye. The area supports forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Whitby - Thickson's Woods?
Birding at Whitby - Thickson's Woods is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Whitby - Thickson's Woods?
Whitby - Thickson's Woods offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.