Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Richmond - Terra Nova

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Richmond - Terra Nova is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mallard, and Anna's Hummingbird 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

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

4/20/2026Surrey—Green Timbers Forest1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

4/20/2026Vancouver--Jericho Park1 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/20/2026Vancouver--Jericho Park1 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

4/20/2026Delta -- Hornby Dr. between 104th St and 112th St1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

4/20/2026Delta -- Roberts Bank, south dyke, jetty base (including 41b Street marsh)6 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/20/2026Burnaby Mountain1 observed

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

4/20/2026Burnaby Mountain1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/20/2026Burnaby Lake Regional Park (general)3 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

4/19/2026Richmond--Garden City Lands1 observed

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

4/19/2026Reifel Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

54/19/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

24/19/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

24/19/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

84/19/2026

Bald Eagle

34/19/2026

American Crow

54/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

84/19/2026

Violet-green Swallow

64/19/2026

Bushtit

124/19/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

24/19/2026

American Robin

134/19/2026

House Finch

44/19/2026

American Goldfinch

24/19/2026

Fox Sparrow

24/19/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

144/19/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

34/19/2026

Golden-crowned Sparrow

114/19/2026

Savannah Sparrow

14/19/2026

Song Sparrow

64/19/2026

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 Richmond - Terra Nova for birding?
The best months to visit Richmond - Terra Nova for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Richmond - Terra Nova?
Notable species at Richmond - Terra Nova include American Wigeon, Mallard, Anna's Hummingbird, Great Blue Heron, Bald Eagle. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Richmond - Terra Nova?
Birding at Richmond - Terra Nova is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Richmond - Terra Nova?
Richmond - Terra Nova offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.