Halte du Héron (Marais de St-Timothée)

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Halte du Héron (Marais de St-Timothée) 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

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/2026Barrage du Grand Moulin1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/4/2026Barrage, Beauharnois11 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/1/2026Parc Pine Beach2 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/1/2026Dans ma cour1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/1/2026Pont Larocque1 observed

Snowy Owl

Bubo scandiacus

3/1/2026Champs agricoles Rg St-Simon2 observed

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

3/1/2026Pinède1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

2/28/2026Aut Félix-Leclerc, Dorval CA-QC (45.4894,-73.7713)1 observed

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