Forest birding habitat

Calgary - Griffith Woods Park

Alberta · Canada

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Calgary - Griffith Woods Park is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bald Eagle among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

8/23/2026Calgary--Confederation Park1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

8/23/2026Calgary--New Brighton Pond1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

8/23/2026Calgary--Carburn Park1 observed

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

8/23/2026Calgary--Dale Hodges Park (Bowmont East)2 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

8/22/2026Carbon Park1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

8/22/2026East of Calgary ( general)6 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

8/22/2026Calgary--Confederation Park1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

8/22/2026Calgary--Confederation Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

278/23/2026

American Wigeon

98/23/2026

Mallard

158/23/2026

Ring-billed Gull

18/23/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

28/23/2026

Great Blue Heron

18/23/2026

Belted Kingfisher

18/23/2026

Downy Woodpecker

28/23/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

18/23/2026

Northern Flicker

28/23/2026

Least Flycatcher

28/23/2026

Eastern Kingbird

18/23/2026

Blue Jay

48/23/2026

American Crow

78/23/2026

Common Raven

28/23/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

158/23/2026

Mountain Chickadee

18/23/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

28/23/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

28/23/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

78/23/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Calgary - Griffith Woods Park for birding?
The best months to visit Calgary - Griffith Woods Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Calgary - Griffith Woods Park?
Notable species at Calgary - Griffith Woods Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Flicker. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Calgary - Griffith Woods Park?
Birding at Calgary - Griffith Woods Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Calgary - Griffith Woods Park?
Calgary - Griffith Woods Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.