Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Downy Woodpecker, and Blue Jay 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

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

6/12/2026RN de Pointe-Yamachiche1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

6/12/2026Ile du Moine1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/11/2026Bécancour (St-Grégoire), Qc - rue Thibodeau1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

6/8/2026Rte Janelle, Baie-du-Febvre (station d'épuration, étangs et route)1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

6/7/2026Rte Janelle, Baie-du-Febvre (station d'épuration, étangs et route)1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

6/7/2026Rte Janelle, Baie-du-Febvre (station d'épuration, étangs et route)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

16/16/2026

Northern Shoveler

16/16/2026

Gadwall

36/16/2026

Mallard

1006/16/2026

Redhead

56/16/2026

Ruddy Duck

16/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

16/16/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

36/16/2026

Bald Eagle

16/16/2026

Tree Swallow

126/16/2026

Purple Martin

96/16/2026

Barn Swallow

26/16/2026

Song Sparrow

56/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

126/16/2026

Common Grackle

26/16/2026

Killdeer

16/14/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

16/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/14/2026

Northern Flicker

26/14/2026

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 Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre for birding?
The best months to visit Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre?
Notable species at Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre include Mourning Dove, Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay, Black-capped Chickadee, American Tree Sparrow. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre?
Birding at Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre?
Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.