central canada winter birds checklist

Central Canada Winter Birds Checklist

Keep track of the birds you see in your backyard this winter!

Birdwatching in the Wintertime

Winter in Central Canada is a magical time for backyard birdwatching. While many species migrate south, a hardy group sticks around, delighting us with their songs, antics, and visits to our feeders. This printable checklist helps you track which birds you see, note the date of your first sightings, and even record your spring observations in the “Bird Mom Notes” section. Whether you’re a seasoned birdwatcher or just enjoying your feathered freeloaders, this guide makes winter birdwatching fun, cozy and organized.

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Bird Name Date First Seen Notes
Baltimore Oriole
Black-capped Chickadee
Blue Indigo Bunting
Blue Jay
Dark-eyed Junco
Downy Woodpecker
Goldfinch
Hairy Woodpecker
House Wren
Hummingbird
Mourning Dove
Northern Cardinal
Northern Flicker
Purple Finch
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Redpolls
Red-winged Blackbird
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
White-breasted Nuthatch
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