Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Ile du Marais

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ile du Marais is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Crow 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

Sora

Porzana carolina

4/19/2026Marais Réal-D.-Carbonneau1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/19/2026945 Rue Donat, Magog CA-QC 45.26662, -72.131851 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

4/18/2026Parc de Huntingville1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

4/18/2026Ile du Marais1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/18/2026Marais du lac Brompton, baie Gagnon1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/18/202633 Church St, Sherbrooke CA-QC 45.36723, -71.861011 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

4/17/2026Cimetières St-Patrice & Pine Hill1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

4/17/2026Parc Goddard2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

44/19/2026

Common Loon

14/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

24/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/19/2026

Common Grackle

24/19/2026

American Black Duck

24/19/2026

American Crow

14/19/2026

Wood Duck

14/19/2026

Mallard

84/19/2026

Ring-necked Duck

74/19/2026

Hooded Merganser

44/19/2026

Mourning Dove

14/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

24/19/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/19/2026

Tree Swallow

304/19/2026

American Robin

24/19/2026

American Goldfinch

24/19/2026

Swamp Sparrow

84/19/2026

Common Merganser

74/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

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