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

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

8/22/2026Kelowna--Munson Pond1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

8/21/2026Kelowna--Robert Lake18 observed

Clark's Grebe

Aechmophorus clarkii

8/20/2026West Kelowna--Green Bay1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

8/20/2026Kelowna--Munson Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

108/21/2026

Blue-winged Teal

78/21/2026

Northern Shoveler

48/21/2026

Gadwall

28/21/2026

Mallard

268/21/2026

Green-winged Teal

68/21/2026

Common Merganser

208/21/2026

American Coot

168/21/2026

Semipalmated Plover

18/21/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

18/21/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

18/21/2026

Least Sandpiper

18/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

308/21/2026

American Herring Gull

18/21/2026

California Gull

28/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

28/21/2026

Northern Flicker

18/21/2026

Merlin

18/21/2026

American Crow

28/21/2026

European Starling

28/21/2026

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.