Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Petit Marais, St-Gédéon

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Petit Marais, St-Gédéon is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

4/19/2026Grand Marais, Métabetchouan1 observed

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

4/19/2026Grand Marais, Métabetchouan1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/19/20265e Rang, Saint-Gédéon, Québec, CA (48,51, -71,747)1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

4/19/2026Pointe de Chambord1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

4/19/2026Pointe de Chambord1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

4/19/2026Pointe de Chambord1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

4/19/2026Pointe de Chambord1 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/19/2026Pointe de Chambord2 observed

Northern Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

4/19/2026Mon nouveau jardin ornitho1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

54/19/2026

Mallard

54/19/2026

American Black Duck

174/19/2026

Green-winged Teal

224/19/2026

Common Merganser

24/19/2026

American Kestrel

24/19/2026

American Tree Sparrow

14/19/2026

Song Sparrow

14/19/2026

Swamp Sparrow

14/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

54/19/2026

Northern Pintail

144/19/2026

Lesser Scaup

54/19/2026

American Crow

34/19/2026

American Robin

34/19/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

24/19/2026

Common Grackle

64/19/2026

European Starling

54/16/2026

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 Petit Marais, St-Gédéon for birding?
The best months to visit Petit Marais, St-Gédéon for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Petit Marais, St-Gédéon?
Notable species at Petit Marais, St-Gédéon include Boreal Chickadee, Spruce Grouse, Gray Jay, Black-backed Woodpecker, White-winged Crossbill. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Petit Marais, St-Gédéon?
Birding at Petit Marais, St-Gédéon is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Petit Marais, St-Gédéon?
Petit Marais, St-Gédéon offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.