Saint Albert - Grey Nuns Spruce Woodlot

Alberta · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/Taiga
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Saint Albert - Grey Nuns Spruce Woodlot is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, and Black-billed Magpie 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

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

3/5/2026Sherwood Park--Heritage Wetlands Park8 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

3/5/2026Edmonton--Hermitage Park1 observed

Purple Finch (Eastern)

Haemorhous purpureus

3/4/2026Edmonton--Rundle Park2 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

3/1/2026Edmonton—Blackmud Creek South2 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/27/2026Spruce Grove--Heritage Grove Park Trails2 observed

Song Sparrow (melodia/atlantica)

Melospiza melodia

2/26/2026Edmonton--Hermitage Park1 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

2/20/2026647 178 St SW, Edmonton CA-AB 53.42930, -113.626861 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker

33/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Black-billed Magpie

13/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

203/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

23/3/2026

Bohemian Waxwing

502/25/2026

Boreal Chickadee

202/23/2026

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 Albert - Grey Nuns Spruce Woodlot for birding?
The best months to visit Saint Albert - Grey Nuns Spruce Woodlot for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Saint Albert - Grey Nuns Spruce Woodlot?
Notable species at Saint Albert - Grey Nuns Spruce Woodlot include Downy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Black-billed Magpie, Black-capped Chickadee, Boreal Chickadee. The area supports boreal/taiga habitats.
How difficult is birding at Saint Albert - Grey Nuns Spruce Woodlot?
Birding at Saint Albert - Grey Nuns Spruce Woodlot is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Saint Albert - Grey Nuns Spruce Woodlot?
Saint Albert - Grey Nuns Spruce Woodlot offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.