Once listed as an endangered species in Canada, Peregrine Falcons have rebounded from the brink of extinction and…

A large diving duck with a long thin bill, the Red-breasted Merganser is found in large lakes, rivers…

Red-headed Woodpeckers are rare breeders in the county.  They nest in locations like Point Pelee National Park and the area…

This species is quite common during spring and fall migration and some individuals breed in Essex County.  They…

This species often associates with Sanderling, so take a look along any beach in Essex County in spring…

Anywhere there is beach habitat in Essex County, you are likely to find sanderling during migration.  In May…

This colourful songbird is found in most forested areas in Essex County during spring migration.  The bold red…

Sharp-shinned hawks can be seen in Essex County almost every month of the year, though no month is…

This species often overshoots its migration and is frequently on Pelee Island, at Point Pelee National Park, Ojibway Park and Kopegaren Woods.  Immatures…

This secretive species is found breeding in large marshes in Essex County.  Best bets are Point Pelee National Park, Hillman…

  This species is often seen in the wooded birding areas in Essex County during spring migration.  Yellow-billed…

This southern breeder is found in few locations in Ontario.  Point Pelee National Park and Pelee Island are both home…