Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Castlegar - Selkirk College Trails

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Castlegar - Selkirk College Trails is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 260 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and American Wigeon 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

Purple Martin

Progne subis

6/19/2026Castlegar--Selkirk College Trails1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

6/9/2026Castlegar--Selkirk College Trails1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

6/8/2026Castlegar--Zuckerberg Island1 observed

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

6/8/2026Castlegar--Selkirk College Trails1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

6/7/2026Castlegar--Selkirk College Trails1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

6/7/2026Auto selected 49.37828, -117.545271 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

606/19/2026

Gadwall

26/19/2026

Common Merganser

166/19/2026

Killdeer

46/19/2026

Wilson's Snipe

16/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

66/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

26/19/2026

Northern Flicker

36/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

26/19/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/19/2026

American Crow

26/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

26/19/2026

Bank Swallow

306/19/2026

Tree Swallow

156/19/2026

Violet-green Swallow

506/19/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

106/19/2026

Gray Catbird

46/19/2026

Veery

36/19/2026

American Robin

16/19/2026

Cedar Waxwing

256/19/2026

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 Castlegar - Selkirk College Trails for birding?
The best months to visit Castlegar - Selkirk College Trails for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Castlegar - Selkirk College Trails?
Notable species at Castlegar - Selkirk College Trails include Canada Goose, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard, Northern Pintail. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Castlegar - Selkirk College Trails?
Birding at Castlegar - Selkirk College Trails is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Castlegar - Selkirk College Trails?
Castlegar - Selkirk College Trails offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.