Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 217 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/20/2026Des Pruniers1 observed

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

4/18/2026Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

4/18/202638, chemin de l’Anse-Mercier, Saint-Michel-de-Bellechasse1 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

4/17/2026RNF du Cap-Tourmente (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis)12 observed

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

4/12/2026Anse Gilmour1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

4/11/2026Centre de plein air de Beauport1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

4/11/202638, chemin de l’Anse-Mercier, Saint-Michel-de-Bellechasse1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/10/2026RNF du Cap-Tourmente--Secteur de La Grande-Ferme1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

15004/18/2026

Ross's Goose

14/18/2026

Canada Goose

1254/18/2026

Mallard

44/18/2026

American Black Duck

204/18/2026

Northern Pintail

14/18/2026

Green-winged Teal

204/18/2026

Common Goldeneye

124/18/2026

Common Merganser

34/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

64/18/2026

American Herring Gull

204/18/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

14/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

354/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

74/18/2026

American Kestrel

14/18/2026

American Crow

104/18/2026

Common Raven

14/18/2026

Tree Swallow

14/18/2026

Brown Creeper

14/18/2026

Song Sparrow

14/18/2026

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 Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier for birding?
The best months to visit Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier?
Notable species at Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier 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 Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier?
Birding at Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier?
Domaine Pte-de-St-Vallier offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.