Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Ile Dupas

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ile Dupas is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

6/18/2026Rte Janelle/Rte Charles-Gérard Lemire1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

6/18/2026Rte Janelle/Rte Charles-Gérard Lemire1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

6/17/2026Pointe-à-Caron1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/15/2026Piste cyclable, Sorel-Tracy CA-QC 46.03742, -73.122302 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

6/15/2026RN Marie-France-Pelletier1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

6/12/2026Ile du Moine1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

6/7/2026Sentiers SCIRBI1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

16/12/2026

Common Goldeneye

16/12/2026

Mourning Dove

26/12/2026

Chimney Swift

36/12/2026

Killdeer

26/12/2026

Wilson's Snipe

26/12/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

16/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

306/12/2026

Black Tern

26/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

16/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

26/12/2026

Bald Eagle

16/12/2026

Northern Flicker

16/12/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/12/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

26/12/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

76/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

46/12/2026

American Crow

36/12/2026

Tree Swallow

116/12/2026

Purple Martin

236/12/2026

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 Dupas for birding?
The best months to visit Ile Dupas for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ile Dupas?
Notable species at Ile Dupas include Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch, Northern Cardinal. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ile Dupas?
Birding at Ile Dupas is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ile Dupas?
Ile Dupas offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.