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

4/20/2026Parc Maynard-Ferguson1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/20/2026De ma cour1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/20/2026Personnel1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

4/20/202691 chemin des Tilleuls, Rigaud, Quebec, CA1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

4/20/2026Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint)1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

4/20/2026Cimetières Mt-Royal & Notre-Dame-des-Neiges1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/20/2026Observatoire d'oiseaux McGill (accès restreint)1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

4/19/2026House!4 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

4/19/2026Parc de l'Honorable-George-O'Reilly1 observed

American Herring x Great Black-backed Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x marinus

4/19/2026Parc de l'Honorable-George-O'Reilly1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

4/19/2026L'Ile-Perrot - rue Roy1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

804/20/2026

Mallard

24/20/2026

Rock Pigeon

14/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

44/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

34/20/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/20/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

24/20/2026

Northern Flicker

24/20/2026

Blue Jay

14/20/2026

American Crow

34/20/2026

Common Raven

54/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

24/20/2026

Tree Swallow

254/20/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

24/20/2026

American Robin

54/20/2026

Purple Finch

14/20/2026

American Goldfinch

24/20/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/20/2026

Fox Sparrow

14/20/2026

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 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.