Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

L'Anse-Vaudreuil

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

L'Anse-Vaudreuil is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, 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

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

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

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

6/15/2026PN d'Oka1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

6/15/2026Marais, St-Étienne-de-Beauharnois3 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

6/13/2026Marais Du Tremblay1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/12/2026Barrage, Beauharnois1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/11/2026Marais de la roselière2 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

6/10/2026PN du Bois-de-l'île-Bizard2 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

6/10/2026Grand sentier de l'ouest1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

6/9/2026PN d'Oka--Sentier Le Sommet1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

6/9/2026Berge des Goélands1 observed

Blackpoll Warbler

Setophaga striata

6/9/2026Île Tekakwitha1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

26/10/2026

Mourning Dove

26/10/2026

Black Tern

16/10/2026

Common Tern

16/10/2026

Northern Flicker

26/10/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/10/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/10/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/10/2026

Blue Jay

16/10/2026

Common Raven

16/10/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

26/10/2026

Tree Swallow

26/10/2026

European Starling

56/10/2026

American Robin

26/10/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/10/2026

House Sparrow

16/10/2026

Chipping Sparrow

16/10/2026

Song Sparrow

26/10/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

36/10/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

16/10/2026

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 L'Anse-Vaudreuil for birding?
The best months to visit L'Anse-Vaudreuil for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at L'Anse-Vaudreuil?
Notable species at L'Anse-Vaudreuil include Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, European Starling, Dark-eyed Junco. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at L'Anse-Vaudreuil?
Birding at L'Anse-Vaudreuil is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at L'Anse-Vaudreuil?
L'Anse-Vaudreuil offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.