Forest birding habitat

Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest

Manitoba · Canada

Habitat
Forest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, and Bohemian Waxwing among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

Loading map...

Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

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

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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

4/19/2026FortWhyte Alive1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

4/18/2026Oak Hammock Marsh Area SW10 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

24/20/2026

Mallard

14/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/20/2026

Bald Eagle

24/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

84/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/20/2026

Hermit Thrush

14/20/2026

American Robin

24/20/2026

Bohemian Waxwing

94/20/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

14/20/2026

American Herring Gull

14/20/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/20/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

14/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

24/20/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/20/2026

American Crow

14/20/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/20/2026

Fox Sparrow

14/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest for birding?
The best months to visit Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest?
Notable species at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest include Downy Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, Bohemian Waxwing, White-breasted Nuthatch, Northern Shrike. The area supports forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest?
Birding at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest?
Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.