Lake birding habitat

Tatlayoko Lake Bird Observatory

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Tatlayoko Lake Bird Observatory is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This lake 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

Spatula cyanoptera

4/20/2026Tatlayoko Lake--north end5 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

4/20/2026Chilcotin--Eagle Lake1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/9/2026Chilcotin--Eagle Lake2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

174/20/2026

Cinnamon Teal

54/20/2026

Northern Shoveler

44/20/2026

American Wigeon

64/20/2026

Mallard

124/20/2026

Green-winged Teal

54/20/2026

Lesser Scaup

64/20/2026

Common Merganser

14/20/2026

Common Loon

14/20/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/20/2026

Northern Flicker

24/20/2026

American Kestrel

14/20/2026

Merlin

14/20/2026

American Crow

24/20/2026

Common Raven

34/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/20/2026

Mountain Chickadee

34/20/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

24/20/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

14/20/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

34/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tatlayoko Lake Bird Observatory for birding?
The best months to visit Tatlayoko Lake Bird Observatory for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tatlayoko Lake Bird Observatory?
Notable species at Tatlayoko Lake Bird Observatory include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tatlayoko Lake Bird Observatory?
Birding at Tatlayoko Lake Bird Observatory is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tatlayoko Lake Bird Observatory?
Tatlayoko Lake Bird Observatory offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.