Birding

Haldimand has an abundance of old-growth Carolinian forest, lush marshy wetlands, streams, creeks and rivers, making it a premiere destination for finding a quiet spot to observe nature undisturbed.

Haldimand County is a popular destination for bird-watching enthusiasts with the ecological significance of our Carolinian Life Zone attracting many botanists, naturalists, and conservationists over the years.
The Carolinian habitats and ecosystems include forests, tallgrass prairies and savannas, wetlands, streams, shorelines and other aquatic habitats.

Canada’s Carolinian zone has a greater number of both flora and fauna species than any other ecosystem in Canada and with close to 400 bird species being recorded, it represents over half of the species in all of Canada. This makes Haldimand County the perfect destination for your birding adventure.
The most popular times to see the birds are in May (spring migration) and late August and September (fall migration).

It's common to come upon wild turkeys perched in trees along the Ruigrok Tract, hear the distinct call of red-winged blackbirds among the reeds at Wheeler’s Walk in Selkirk Provincial Park, or spot a giant Blue Heron in the skies over the Dunnville marsh as they look for their next meal of frogs along the Grand River.

Each season brings with it a new species to see and hear. Trails and driving routes offer up-close encounters and great photo ops. Learn about the landscape and ecosystems of the area and the key points of interest in your next birding adventure.