Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Irricana Sloughs use more specific hotspot or personal location

Alberta · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Irricana Sloughs use more specific hotspot or personal location is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

8/19/2026McElroy Slough1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

8/16/2026McElroy Slough4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

68/23/2026

Northern Shoveler

78/23/2026

Mallard

28/23/2026

Mourning Dove

18/23/2026

Black-necked Stilt

28/23/2026

Killdeer

28/23/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

18/23/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

48/23/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

88/23/2026

Stilt Sandpiper

58/23/2026

Baird's Sandpiper

98/23/2026

Eastern Kingbird

18/23/2026

Black-billed Magpie

148/23/2026

Canada Goose

148/16/2026

American Wigeon

18/16/2026

Rock Pigeon

128/16/2026

Common Nighthawk

18/16/2026

Wilson's Phalarope

58/16/2026

Ring-billed Gull

508/16/2026

Eared Grebe

58/16/2026

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 Irricana Sloughs use more specific hotspot or personal location for birding?
The best months to visit Irricana Sloughs use more specific hotspot or personal location for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Irricana Sloughs use more specific hotspot or personal location?
Notable species at Irricana Sloughs use more specific hotspot or personal location include Boreal Chickadee, Spruce Grouse, Gray Jay, Black-backed Woodpecker, White-winged Crossbill. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Irricana Sloughs use more specific hotspot or personal location?
Birding at Irricana Sloughs use more specific hotspot or personal location is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Irricana Sloughs use more specific hotspot or personal location?
Irricana Sloughs use more specific hotspot or personal location offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.