Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Maison du marais

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Maison du marais is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Eastern Screech-Owl, and Hairy Woodpecker 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

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

4/18/2026Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

4/18/2026Commune de la Baie-du-Febvre1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

4/18/2026St-Barthélémy | Aut 40 sortie 144, entrée voie de service nord1 observed

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

4/18/2026Baie-du-Febvre (station d'épuration, étangs & Rte Janelle)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

74/20/2026

Sandhill Crane

24/20/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/20/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

24/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/20/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/20/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

24/20/2026

Northern Flicker

34/20/2026

Blue Jay

14/20/2026

American Crow

14/20/2026

Common Raven

14/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

54/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/20/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

34/20/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

14/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

24/20/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

14/20/2026

European Starling

84/20/2026

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 Maison du marais for birding?
The best months to visit Maison du marais for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Maison du marais?
Notable species at Maison du marais include Mourning Dove, Eastern Screech-Owl, Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, Common Raven. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Maison du marais?
Birding at Maison du marais is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Maison du marais?
Maison du marais offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.