Lennox & Addington is an excellent destination for bird watching. More than 350 species can be found within our borders.  One hotspot in particular for birding enthusiasts is Amherst Island.  It’s a wonderful place to view and learn about a variety of owls. The most common species found here during the winter are the Northern Saw-whet Owl, Long-eared Owls, with smaller numbers of Barred Owls, Great Horned Owls, and a few Boreal Owls and Great Grey Owls. Snowy Owls, as well as the Northern Hawk Owls, are usually found in trees and on fence posts or hydro poles near open fields throughout the Island.

While bird watching, please respect the wildlife and vegetation on your visit. Remember not to get too close and move and speak quietly. Avoid the use of a flash if you are taking photographs.

Check out these websites for more information.

Loyalist Township
Birding.com
Kingston Field Naturalists