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Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint)

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

C$22.25 adults

Hours

Open daily, 9 AM - 6 PM (seasonal)

About This Location

Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint) is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, and 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/17/2026Ile Notre-Dame1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/17/202611120 Rue Colbert, Montréal, Québec, CA (45,616, -73,589)2 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

6/17/2026PN du Mont-St-Bruno1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

6/17/2026Cimetière de St-Laurent1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

6/17/2026PN du Mont-St-Bruno1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

6/17/2026RF Marguerite-D'Youville1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

6/16/2026Ile Notre-Dame1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

6/16/2026PN du Mont-St-Bruno1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

206/18/2026

Wood Duck

66/18/2026

Mallard

106/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

26/18/2026

Northern Flicker

16/18/2026

Eastern Phoebe

46/18/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/18/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/18/2026

American Crow

36/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/18/2026

European Starling

16/18/2026

Gray Catbird

26/18/2026

American Robin

26/18/2026

Cedar Waxwing

106/18/2026

House Sparrow

46/18/2026

American Goldfinch

46/18/2026

Chipping Sparrow

46/18/2026

Song Sparrow

36/18/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/18/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Scan the canopy edges at dawn for migrating warblers and other songbirds during spring and fall.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint) for birding?
The best months to visit Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint)?
Notable species at Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint) include Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch, Rock Pigeon, Common Raven, American Robin, House Sparrow, Mallard, American Herring Gull, Bald Eagle. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint)?
Birding at Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint)?
The entrance fee at Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint) is C$22.25 adults. Hours: Open daily, 9 AM - 6 PM (seasonal).
What amenities are available at Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint)?
Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.