Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Barachois, Percé

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Barachois, Percé is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

6/8/2026PN Forillon--L'Anse-aux-Amérindiens1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

606/16/2026

Common Eider

6/16/2026

Surf Scoter

6/16/2026

Black Scoter

6/16/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

126/16/2026

Razorbill

256/16/2026

Common Murre

6/16/2026

Black-legged Kittiwake

56/16/2026

American Herring Gull

6/16/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

6/16/2026

Red-throated Loon

6/16/2026

Northern Gannet

1006/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

6/16/2026

Song Sparrow

16/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

16/16/2026

Gadwall

16/13/2026

Common Merganser

36/13/2026

Rock Pigeon

26/13/2026

Ring-billed Gull

6/13/2026

American Crow

26/13/2026

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 Barachois, Percé for birding?
The best months to visit Barachois, Percé for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Barachois, Percé?
Notable species at Barachois, Percé include Boreal Chickadee, Spruce Grouse, Gray Jay, Black-backed Woodpecker, White-winged Crossbill. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Barachois, Percé?
Birding at Barachois, Percé is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Barachois, Percé?
Barachois, Percé offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.