Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Gadwall, American Wigeon, and Mallard 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

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/20/2026Kelowna--Maude-Roxby Sanctuary1 observed

Cassin's Vireo

Vireo cassinii

4/18/2026Kelowna--Munson Pond1 observed

Dusky Flycatcher

Empidonax oberholseri

4/17/2026Winfield Creek Preserve1 observed

Vaux's Swift

Chaetura vauxi

4/16/2026Art pond2 observed

Cackling Goose (minima)

Branta hutchinsii

4/14/2026Kelowna--Munson Pond2 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

4/13/2026470 Banks Rd, Kelowna CA-BC 49.88395, -119.422231 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/2026Kelowna--Joe Rich Grasslands and Woodland trail1 observed

Anna's Hummingbird

Calypte anna

4/13/2026The University of British Columbia, Kelowna CA-BC 49.93951, -119.394851 observed

Northern House Wren (Northern)

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/20262780 Joe Riche Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, CA (49.867, -119.332)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

24/20/2026

Green-winged Teal

24/20/2026

Killdeer

24/20/2026

Dunlin

14/20/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

14/20/2026

Horned Grebe

44/20/2026

Red-necked Grebe

24/20/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

34/20/2026

Savannah Sparrow

34/20/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

14/20/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

14/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

64/20/2026

American Herring Gull

14/20/2026

Canada Goose

34/20/2026

Gadwall

24/20/2026

American Wigeon

14/20/2026

Mallard

114/20/2026

Common Merganser

14/20/2026

American Coot

24/20/2026

Northern Flicker

14/20/2026

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 Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary for birding?
The best months to visit Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary?
Notable species at Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary include Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard, Ring-necked Pheasant, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary?
Birding at Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary?
Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.