Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Grève de Tadoussac

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Grève de Tadoussac is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Black Duck 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

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

Mallard

24/19/2026

American Black Duck

754/19/2026

Ring-necked Duck

34/19/2026

Greater Scaup

34/19/2026

Lesser Scaup

14/19/2026

Common Eider

124/19/2026

Common Goldeneye

74/19/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

24/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

24/19/2026

American Herring Gull

144/19/2026

American Crow

24/19/2026

European Starling

24/19/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

44/19/2026

Song Sparrow

14/19/2026

Iceland Gull

14/18/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/18/2026

American Kestrel

14/18/2026

Northern Shrike

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