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

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/6/202691 chemin des Tilleuls, Rigaud, Quebec, CA1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Barrage du Grand-Moulin1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Laval--Rue Lafontaine1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/5/2026Parc Angrignon1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/4/2026Barrage, Beauharnois11 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/5/2026

European Starling

203/5/2026

House Finch

53/5/2026

American Goldfinch

33/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

93/5/2026

White-throated Sparrow

33/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

53/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

23/3/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/3/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

13/3/2026

American Crow

12/26/2026

Common Raven

12/24/2026

American Tree Sparrow

12/24/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/22/2026

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.