Forest birding habitat

Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove

Alberta · Canada

Habitat
ForestRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This forest and river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Saw-whet Owl, and Downy Woodpecker 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Lark Bunting

Calamospiza melanocorys

4/22/2026178 Ave W, Foothills County CA-AB (50.8929,-114.2549)1 observed

Short-billed Gull

Larus brachyrhynchus

4/21/2026Calgary--Priddis (Sheriff King) Slough1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/21/2026Fish Creek PP--Boat Launch1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/21/2026Foothills Yard1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/20/2026Calgary--Douglasbank Park1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

4/20/2026Plummers Road2 observed

Spotted Towhee

Pipilo maculatus

4/20/2026PFW-c56108-T3Z1A21 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

4/19/2026Millarville Racetrack1 observed

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

4/19/2026Parkland, Calgary AB8 observed

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

4/19/2026Fish Creek PP--Bebo Grove1 observed

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

4/18/2026Calgary--Carburn Park1 observed

Merlin (Taiga)

Falco columbarius

4/17/2026Calgary--Carburn Park1 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

4/15/2026Calgary--Bow River Pathway (Cranston Meadows)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

54/22/2026

Blue-winged Teal

44/22/2026

Cinnamon Teal

64/22/2026

Gadwall

44/22/2026

American Wigeon

24/22/2026

Mallard

54/22/2026

Bufflehead

24/22/2026

Common Merganser

24/22/2026

Franklin's Gull

54/22/2026

Horned Grebe

14/22/2026

Blue Jay

14/22/2026

American Crow

34/22/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/22/2026

Tree Swallow

24/22/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

14/22/2026

Green-winged Teal

74/22/2026

Ring-necked Duck

44/22/2026

American Coot

24/22/2026

Ring-billed Gull

24/22/2026

Downy Woodpecker

34/22/2026

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 Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove for birding?
The best months to visit Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove?
Notable species at Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove include Canada Goose, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Downy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports forest, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove?
Birding at Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove?
Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.