Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Birds Hill Provincial Park

Manitoba · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Birds Hill Provincial Park is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Blue Jay, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

8/22/20261427 Mars Dr, Winnipeg CA-MB (49.8429,-97.1638)1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

8/18/2026Lagimodière-Gaboury Historic Park, Winnipeg CA-MB1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

8/11/2026Winnipeg--Crescentwood1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

8/10/2026740 Kildonan Dr, Winnipeg CA-MB 49.92985, -97.108571 observed

Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)

Loxia curvirostra

8/10/2026Springlea Path and yard3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

18/22/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

18/22/2026

American Robin

18/22/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

28/22/2026

Gray Catbird

18/22/2026

Eastern Bluebird

28/22/2026

Cedar Waxwing

28/22/2026

Pine Siskin

88/22/2026

American Goldfinch

28/22/2026

Eastern Kingbird

28/22/2026

American Crow

38/22/2026

Red Crossbill

18/22/2026

Osprey

18/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

18/18/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

18/13/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

18/13/2026

Canada Goose

608/10/2026

Ring-billed Gull

258/10/2026

Cooper's Hawk

18/10/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

38/10/2026

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 Birds Hill Provincial Park for birding?
The best months to visit Birds Hill Provincial Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Birds Hill Provincial Park?
Notable species at Birds Hill Provincial Park include Blue Jay, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch, Redpoll. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Birds Hill Provincial Park?
Birding at Birds Hill Provincial Park is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Birds Hill Provincial Park?
Birds Hill Provincial Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.