Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Plage de la Baie Pumpkinseed

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Plage de la Baie Pumpkinseed is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 214 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

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/15/2026Behind the Creamery1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

6/14/2026PN de Plaisance--camping1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

6/7/2026Alfred Sewage Lagoons4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Woodcock

16/16/2026

Canada Goose

176/16/2026

Wood Duck

36/16/2026

Mallard

76/16/2026

Rock Pigeon

16/16/2026

Killdeer

16/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

56/16/2026

Ring-billed Gull

26/16/2026

Common Tern

16/16/2026

Common Loon

16/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

36/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/16/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/16/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/16/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/16/2026

Blue Jay

16/16/2026

American Crow

16/16/2026

Common Raven

16/16/2026

Tree Swallow

36/16/2026

European Starling

16/16/2026

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 Plage de la Baie Pumpkinseed for birding?
The best months to visit Plage de la Baie Pumpkinseed for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Plage de la Baie Pumpkinseed?
Notable species at Plage de la Baie Pumpkinseed 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 Plage de la Baie Pumpkinseed?
Birding at Plage de la Baie Pumpkinseed is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Plage de la Baie Pumpkinseed?
Plage de la Baie Pumpkinseed offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.