Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Grosse-Île

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Grosse-Île is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 215 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

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

6/14/2026Quai, Grande-Entrée1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

6/8/2026Pointe, Old-Harry1 observed

Canada Warbler

Cardellina canadensis

6/8/2026Rue de l'aéroport et boisés adjacents1 observed

Pine Grosbeak

Pinicola enucleator

6/5/2026Station d'épuration, Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

6/4/2026Pointe, Old-Harry1 observed

Willet (Eastern)

Tringa semipalmata

6/4/2026Quai, Grande-Entrée2 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

6/3/2026Route 199, Havre-aux-Maisons ouest1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

26/8/2026

American Herring Gull

16/8/2026

Common Tern

56/8/2026

Northern Gannet

56/8/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

1606/8/2026

Great Blue Heron

26/8/2026

Belted Kingfisher

16/8/2026

Northern Flicker

16/8/2026

Blue Jay

36/8/2026

American Crow

46/8/2026

Common Raven

16/8/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

16/8/2026

European Starling

26/8/2026

American Robin

86/8/2026

House Sparrow

26/8/2026

American Goldfinch

26/8/2026

Fox Sparrow

26/8/2026

White-throated Sparrow

16/8/2026

Savannah Sparrow

16/8/2026

Song Sparrow

16/8/2026

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