Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan)

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Black Duck, Mourning Dove, and American Herring Gull 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

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

4/20/202645 Rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/20/202645 Rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes1 observed

Redpoll (rostrata/islandica)

Acanthis flammea

4/20/202645 Rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

4/20/2026Station d'épuration, Baie-Comeau (accès restreint)1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

4/19/202645 Rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes1 observed

Taiga Bean-Goose

Anser fabalis

4/15/2026Baie Henri-Grenier (privé accès restreint)1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/15/2026Rue Gaston, Pointe-aux-Outardes1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

4/14/2026Baie Henri-Grenier (privé accès restreint)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

14/19/2026

American Black Duck

254/19/2026

Common Eider

3924/19/2026

Surf Scoter

54/19/2026

Black Scoter

44/19/2026

Long-tailed Duck

24/19/2026

Common Goldeneye

94/19/2026

Common Merganser

24/19/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

564/19/2026

Black-legged Kittiwake

24/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

24/19/2026

American Herring Gull

124/19/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

24/19/2026

Iceland Gull

234/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

64/19/2026

American Crow

24/19/2026

Common Raven

24/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/19/2026

American Robin

24/19/2026

Song Sparrow

14/19/2026

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 Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) for birding?
The best months to visit Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan)?
Notable species at Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) include American Black Duck, Mourning Dove, American Herring Gull, Downy Woodpecker, American Crow. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan)?
Birding at Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan)?
Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.