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

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/16/20261000–1006 Route 322, Woodlands CA-MB 50.30019, -97.485451 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

36/6/2026

Redhead

76/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

26/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

46/6/2026

Killdeer

26/6/2026

Black Tern

36/6/2026

Forster's Tern

16/6/2026

Red-necked Grebe

16/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

16/6/2026

American Bittern

16/6/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

16/6/2026

Merlin

16/6/2026

Least Flycatcher

26/6/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/6/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/6/2026

Marsh Wren

46/6/2026

American Goldfinch

16/6/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

16/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

46/6/2026

Common Yellowthroat

26/6/2026

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.