Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Fort Saskatchewan - Gravel Pits

Alberta · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Fort Saskatchewan - Gravel Pits is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Common Goldeneye, Gray Partridge, and Common Raven 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

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

6/19/2026stakeout Rock Wren 20261 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

6/18/2026Cooking Lake--Blackfoot PRA--Waskahegan Staging Area4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

16/14/2026

Northern Shoveler

46/14/2026

Mallard

46/14/2026

Canvasback

66/14/2026

Lesser Scaup

86/14/2026

Common Goldeneye

66/14/2026

Common Merganser

36/14/2026

Ruddy Duck

56/14/2026

American Coot

36/14/2026

Franklin's Gull

16/14/2026

Black Tern

16/14/2026

Forster's Tern

36/14/2026

Red-necked Grebe

26/14/2026

American White Pelican

26/14/2026

Least Flycatcher

16/14/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/14/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/14/2026

Black-billed Magpie

26/14/2026

Tree Swallow

56/14/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Saskatchewan - Gravel Pits for birding?
The best months to visit Fort Saskatchewan - Gravel Pits for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fort Saskatchewan - Gravel Pits?
Notable species at Fort Saskatchewan - Gravel Pits include Common Goldeneye, Gray Partridge, Common Raven, Black-capped Chickadee, Black-billed Magpie. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fort Saskatchewan - Gravel Pits?
Birding at Fort Saskatchewan - Gravel Pits is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fort Saskatchewan - Gravel Pits?
Fort Saskatchewan - Gravel Pits offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.