Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Grand Marais, Métabetchouan

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Grand Marais, Métabetchouan is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Black-backed Woodpecker, and Hairy Woodpecker 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

4/22/2026Petit Marais, St-Gédéon2 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

4/22/2026Petit Marais, St-Gédéon1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

4/21/2026Petit Marais, St-Gédéon1 observed

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

4/19/2026Grand Marais, Métabetchouan1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/19/20265e Rang, Saint-Gédéon, Québec, CA (48,51, -71,747)1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

4/19/2026Pointe de Chambord1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

4/19/2026Pointe de Chambord1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

4/19/2026Pointe de Chambord1 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/19/2026Pointe de Chambord2 observed

Northern Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

4/19/2026Mon nouveau jardin ornitho1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1504/22/2026

Mallard

404/22/2026

American Black Duck

1504/22/2026

Northern Pintail

154/22/2026

Green-winged Teal

44/22/2026

Common Goldeneye

404/22/2026

Common Merganser

304/22/2026

Killdeer

24/22/2026

Ring-billed Gull

154/22/2026

American Herring Gull

44/22/2026

Northern Harrier

14/22/2026

Bald Eagle

44/22/2026

Northern Flicker

14/22/2026

American Crow

304/22/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

24/22/2026

American Robin

504/22/2026

Evening Grosbeak

14/22/2026

American Goldfinch

14/22/2026

American Tree Sparrow

14/22/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

404/22/2026

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 Grand Marais, Métabetchouan for birding?
The best months to visit Grand Marais, Métabetchouan for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Grand Marais, Métabetchouan?
Notable species at Grand Marais, Métabetchouan include Mourning Dove, Black-backed Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Blue Jay. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Grand Marais, Métabetchouan?
Birding at Grand Marais, Métabetchouan is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Grand Marais, Métabetchouan?
Grand Marais, Métabetchouan offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.