Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Embouchure Rivière Godbout

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Embouchure Rivière Godbout is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Common Goldeneye, Barrow's Goldeneye, 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

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

4/10/2026Godbout1 observed

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

4/10/2026Godbout1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Eider

284/9/2026

Common Goldeneye

504/9/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

684/9/2026

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

14/9/2026

Common Merganser

74/9/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

44/9/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1054/9/2026

American Herring Gull

704/9/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

214/9/2026

Glaucous Gull

154/9/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

24/9/2026

Northern Gannet

24/9/2026

Bald Eagle

14/9/2026

Merlin

14/9/2026

American Crow

64/9/2026

Snow Bunting

284/9/2026

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 Embouchure Rivière Godbout for birding?
The best months to visit Embouchure Rivière Godbout for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Embouchure Rivière Godbout?
Notable species at Embouchure Rivière Godbout include Common Goldeneye, Barrow's Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Red-breasted Merganser, American Crow. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Embouchure Rivière Godbout?
Birding at Embouchure Rivière Godbout is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Embouchure Rivière Godbout?
Embouchure Rivière Godbout offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.