Parc Jean-Drapeau

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Parc Jean-Drapeau is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 247 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Common Merganser, Wild Turkey, and Rock Pigeon 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-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/2026Barrage du Grand Moulin1 observed

European Robin

Erithacus rubecula

3/5/2026poste d'observation Rougegorge familier, Montréal (2026)1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/5/2026Parc Angrignon1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/4/2026poste d'observation Rougegorge familier, Montréal (2026)1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/4/2026Cimetière de Laval/Mt. Pleasant1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Merganser

103/4/2026

Wild Turkey

13/4/2026

Rock Pigeon

13/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/4/2026

American Herring Gull

33/4/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

73/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

43/4/2026

American Crow

23/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

153/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

53/4/2026

House Sparrow

23/4/2026

House Finch

73/4/2026

American Goldfinch

83/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

103/4/2026

Mallard

43/3/2026

Common Goldeneye

43/3/2026

Hooded Merganser

33/3/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/3/2026

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

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 Jean-Drapeau for birding?
The best months to visit Parc Jean-Drapeau for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Parc Jean-Drapeau?
Notable species at Parc Jean-Drapeau include Common Merganser, Wild Turkey, Rock Pigeon, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Parc Jean-Drapeau?
Birding at Parc Jean-Drapeau is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Parc Jean-Drapeau?
Parc Jean-Drapeau offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.