Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Baie Ste-Catherine

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Baie Ste-Catherine is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, and Common Merganser 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

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/20/2026Joseph Hovington, Tadoussac, Québec, CA1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

4/20/2026Dunes de Tadoussac9 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

4/19/2026Dunes de Tadoussac1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

4/19/2026Dunes de Tadoussac1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

4/19/2026Rivière Noire1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

4/14/2026Parc côtier Kiskotuk-- Grand Bassin

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

4/14/2026Maison de la Mer (accès restreint)1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

4/12/2026Rang Saint-Joseph, Les Bergeronnes1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

4/10/2026Dunes de Tadoussac2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

24/20/2026

Northern Flicker

64/20/2026

American Crow

44/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/20/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

14/20/2026

European Starling

34/20/2026

American Robin

34/20/2026

Purple Finch

24/20/2026

Redpoll

64/20/2026

American Tree Sparrow

164/20/2026

Fox Sparrow

24/20/2026

White-throated Sparrow

124/20/2026

Song Sparrow

44/20/2026

Common Grackle

64/20/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

14/20/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

114/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

34/20/2026

Canada Goose

34/20/2026

Mallard

24/20/2026

American Black Duck

804/20/2026

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 Baie Ste-Catherine for birding?
The best months to visit Baie Ste-Catherine for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Baie Ste-Catherine?
Notable species at Baie Ste-Catherine include Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Merganser, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Baie Ste-Catherine?
Birding at Baie Ste-Catherine is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Baie Ste-Catherine?
Baie Ste-Catherine offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.