Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

FortWhyte Alive

Manitoba · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

FortWhyte Alive is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 256 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, and Black-billed Magpie 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

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

4/21/2026Home1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

4/21/2026University of Manitoba, Winnipeg CA-MB 49.80832, -97.137161 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/21/2026Macbeth Park1 observed

California Gull

Larus californicus

4/21/2026FortWhyte Alive1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/21/2026Manitoba - Winnipeg - 135 Rossmere Crescent1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

4/20/2026216 Academy Rd, Winnipeg CA-MB 49.87409, -97.169181 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

4/20/2026Riverview Area1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

4/19/2026FortWhyte Alive1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

4/17/2026Winnipeg--Brady Road Landfill2 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

4/17/2026Winnipeg--Brady Road Landfill1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

504/21/2026

American Wigeon

14/21/2026

Mallard

104/21/2026

Green-winged Teal

14/21/2026

Canvasback

24/21/2026

Redhead

24/21/2026

Lesser Scaup

14/21/2026

Bufflehead

44/21/2026

Common Goldeneye

84/21/2026

Hooded Merganser

44/21/2026

Common Merganser

64/21/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

54/21/2026

Killdeer

14/21/2026

Franklin's Gull

24/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

84/21/2026

American White Pelican

84/21/2026

Bald Eagle

24/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/21/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

34/21/2026

Black-billed Magpie

14/21/2026

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 FortWhyte Alive for birding?
The best months to visit FortWhyte Alive for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at FortWhyte Alive?
Notable species at FortWhyte Alive include Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Black-billed Magpie, Black-capped Chickadee, Trumpeter Swan. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at FortWhyte Alive?
Birding at FortWhyte Alive is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at FortWhyte Alive?
FortWhyte Alive offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.