Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint)

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint) is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, and Blue Jay 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

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/19/2026156 Av de Chambéry, Ste-Thérèse CA-QC 45.64115, -73.821211 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

6/19/2026Station d'épuration, Blainville1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

6/17/2026Chemin de la Pointe-à-la-Raquette1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

6/17/2026Cimetière de St-Laurent1 observed

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

American Herring x Great Black-backed Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x marinus

6/13/2026Parc de l'Honorable-George-O'Reilly1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/13/2026Cimetières Mont-Royal et Notre-Dame-des-Neiges1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/11/2026Marais de la roselière2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wild Turkey

86/15/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

26/15/2026

Killdeer

16/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

46/15/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

16/15/2026

Northern Flicker

16/15/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

26/15/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/15/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

46/15/2026

Blue Jay

26/15/2026

American Crow

26/15/2026

Common Raven

36/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

46/15/2026

Tree Swallow

16/15/2026

Purple Martin

16/15/2026

Northern House Wren

26/15/2026

European Starling

16/15/2026

Gray Catbird

16/15/2026

Wood Thrush

16/15/2026

American Robin

16/15/2026

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 Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint) for birding?
The best months to visit Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint)?
Notable species at Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint) include Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay, Black-capped Chickadee, European Starling. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint)?
Birding at Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint)?
Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.