Urban Park birding habitat

Winnipeg - Saint Vital Park

Manitoba · Canada

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Winnipeg - Saint Vital Park is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, and American Crow 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

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

6/18/2026Lagimodière-Gaboury Historic Park, Winnipeg CA-MB1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/16/2026Winnipeg--Assiniboine Park1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

6/13/2026Kildonan Park, Winnipeg CA-MB 49.94354, -97.106791 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

6/8/2026Wilkes Snow Dump2 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

6/7/2026Wilkes Av. sewage lagoons1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1006/6/2026

Wood Duck

256/6/2026

Blue-winged Teal

16/6/2026

Mallard

46/6/2026

American Black Duck

16/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

26/6/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/6/2026

Blue-headed Vireo

26/6/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

46/6/2026

American Crow

26/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

56/6/2026

Cedar Waxwing

256/6/2026

House Finch

16/6/2026

American Goldfinch

26/6/2026

Chipping Sparrow

46/6/2026

Nashville Warbler

16/6/2026

American Redstart

26/6/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

76/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  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 - Saint Vital Park for birding?
The best months to visit Winnipeg - Saint Vital Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Winnipeg - Saint Vital Park?
Notable species at Winnipeg - Saint Vital Park include Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Winnipeg - Saint Vital Park?
Birding at Winnipeg - Saint Vital Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Winnipeg - Saint Vital Park?
Winnipeg - Saint Vital Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.