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 |
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| 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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