Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Saint Adolphe (hawk watch)

Manitoba · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Saint Adolphe (hawk watch) is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 243 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

8/21/2026Bob’s Headingly Property1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

8/18/2026Winnipeg--Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

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

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

8/13/2026FortWhyte Alive1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

8/13/2026FortWhyte Alive1 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

38/20/2026

Killdeer

18/20/2026

American Goldfinch

18/20/2026

Common Nighthawk

18/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

18/19/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

28/19/2026

Canada Goose

68/19/2026

Wood Duck

68/19/2026

Blue-winged Teal

88/19/2026

Northern Shoveler

208/19/2026

Gadwall

58/19/2026

Redhead

28/19/2026

Hooded Merganser

68/19/2026

Ruddy Duck

38/19/2026

Mourning Dove

18/19/2026

Wilson's Phalarope

168/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

18/19/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

48/19/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

38/19/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

18/19/2026

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 Saint Adolphe (hawk watch) for birding?
The best months to visit Saint Adolphe (hawk watch) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Saint Adolphe (hawk watch)?
Notable species at Saint Adolphe (hawk watch) include Boreal Chickadee, Spruce Grouse, Gray Jay, Black-backed Woodpecker, White-winged Crossbill. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Saint Adolphe (hawk watch)?
Birding at Saint Adolphe (hawk watch) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Saint Adolphe (hawk watch)?
Saint Adolphe (hawk watch) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.