Lake birding habitat

Shoal Lakes IBA - North Shoal Lake - East side

Manitoba · Canada

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Shoal Lakes IBA - North Shoal Lake - East side is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 200 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

8/18/2026415 North Shoal Lake3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

88/18/2026

Northern Shoveler

48/18/2026

Gadwall

28/18/2026

Mallard

28/18/2026

Green-winged Teal

48/18/2026

Canvasback

18/18/2026

Bufflehead

38/18/2026

Common Goldeneye

18/18/2026

Ruddy Duck

38/18/2026

Sora

18/18/2026

American Coot

28/18/2026

Semipalmated Plover

28/18/2026

Forster's Tern

78/18/2026

Common Tern

18/18/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

28/18/2026

Red-necked Grebe

18/18/2026

Western Grebe

88/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

18/18/2026

American Bittern

18/18/2026

Great Egret

108/18/2026

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