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Jardin botanique de Montréal (accès restreint)

Quebec · Canada

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Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
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

Downy WoodpeckerHairy WoodpeckerAmerican CrowBlack-capped ChickadeeWhite-breasted NuthatchRock PigeonCommon RavenAmerican RobinHouse SparrowMallardAmerican Herring GullBald Eagle

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

4/21/2026Parc-nature du Bois-d'Anjou1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/21/2026Parc Jean-Drapeau1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

4/21/2026Parc Maisonneuve, Montreal CA-QC 45.56634, -73.559411 observed

American Three-toed Woodpecker

Picoides dorsalis

4/21/2026Parc du Grand-Coteau2 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/21/2026Bois des Rosiers1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/21/2026Refuge faunique Marguerite-d’Youville, Châteauguay CA-QC 45.38554, -73.767681 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/21/2026Ma cour et alentour - St-Jean-sur-Richelieu secteur St-Luc1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/20/2026Laval--Rue Lafontaine1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

4/20/2026Parc Maynard-Ferguson1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/20/2026Parc de la Cité1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

94/21/2026

Wood Duck

154/21/2026

Mallard

74/21/2026

Rock Pigeon

34/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

44/21/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

14/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

54/21/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

34/21/2026

Northern Flicker

14/21/2026

American Crow

34/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

144/21/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

74/21/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

14/21/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

54/21/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

14/21/2026

Brown Creeper

34/21/2026

European Starling

124/21/2026

Hermit Thrush

34/21/2026

American Robin

44/21/2026

House Sparrow

104/21/2026

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.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

Nearby Attractions

  • Montreal Biodôme
  • Olympic Stadium
  • Maisonneuve Park

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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.