Best Time to See Turkey Vultures in Ca
April, May and June is the best time to see turkey vultures in Ca. Based on 25,449 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when turkey vultures are most active across the year in Ca.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated August 11, 2026.
25,449 verified observations of turkey vultures in Canada, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When turkey vultures are recorded in Canada
Peak month
April
5,318 records (20.9% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 89 | 0.3% |
| February | 123 | 0.5% |
| March | 1,620 | 6.4% |
| Aprilpeak | 5,318 | 20.9% |
| Maypeak | 4,834 | 19% |
| Junepeak | 3,256 | 12.8% |
| July | 2,978 | 11.7% |
| August | 2,726 | 10.7% |
| September | 2,890 | 11.4% |
| October | 1,407 | 5.5% |
| November | 126 | 0.5% |
| December | 82 | 0.3% |
More on turkey vultures in Canada:
Sightings of turkey vultures in Canada peak in April, when 5,318 of the year's 25,449 verified observations are logged — about 20.9% of the annual total. Activity stays high through April, May and June.
The quietest stretch is December, January and February, when turkey vultures are hardest to find — December sees just 82 records. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see turkey vultures in Canada?+
April is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through April, May and June, based on 25,449 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are turkey vultures hardest to see in Canada?+
December is the quietest month for turkey vultures in Canada, with only 82 verified records.
Are turkey vultures active year-round in Canada?+
Turkey vultures are recorded in 12 of 12 months in Canada, so they can be seen year-round, with a clear peak in April.
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