Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Parc du Lac-Leamy

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Parc du Lac-Leamy is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Herring Gull, Downy Woodpecker, and American Crow 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

Snowy Owl

Bubo scandiacus

4/20/2026Ottawa--Dick Bell Park1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

4/20/2026Ottawa--Dow's Lake1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/20/2026Ottawa--Stony Swamp (Sarsaparilla Trail)1 observed

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

4/20/2026Parc du Lac-Beauchamp1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/20/2026Ottawa--Dick Bell Park1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/20/20263378 Carling Avenue Nepean, ON1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

4/19/2026Rue Dupéré, Cantley1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

4/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

4/19/2026

Bohemian Waxwing

4/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

34/19/2026

Mallard

34/13/2026

Rock Pigeon

24/13/2026

Ring-billed Gull

34/13/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

14/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/13/2026

American Crow

24/13/2026

Common Raven

14/13/2026

Tree Swallow

54/13/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/13/2026

American Robin

114/13/2026

Cedar Waxwing

84/13/2026

American Goldfinch

14/13/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

84/13/2026

Song Sparrow

124/13/2026

Common Grackle

14/13/2026

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