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

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

6/18/2026Rte Janelle, Baie-du-Febvre (station d'épuration, étangs et route)1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

6/18/2026Rte Janelle, Baie-du-Febvre (station d'épuration, étangs et route)1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

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

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

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

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

6/12/2026RN de Pointe-Yamachiche1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

6/12/2026Ile du Moine1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

6/7/2026Rte Janelle, Baie-du-Febvre (station d'épuration, étangs et route)1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

6/7/2026Sentiers SCIRBI1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

16/17/2026

Mourning Dove

76/17/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

16/17/2026

Virginia Rail

16/17/2026

Sora

16/17/2026

Wilson's Snipe

36/17/2026

Black Tern

26/17/2026

American Bittern

16/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/17/2026

Osprey

16/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

26/17/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

26/17/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

26/17/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

36/17/2026

Eastern Kingbird

26/17/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

36/17/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

36/17/2026

Tree Swallow

116/17/2026

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.