Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Plaines d'Abraham

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Plaines d'Abraham is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, American Crow, and Common Raven 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

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

4/22/2026Bande verte, secteur Normandie1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

4/22/2026Station d'épuration, St-Agapit1 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

4/22/2026Station d'épuration, St-Agapit1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/22/2026Saint-Pierre1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

4/20/2026Bande verte, secteur Normandie1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/19/20264812 Rue du Morillon, St-Augustin-de-Desmaures CA-QC 46.73766, -71.380181 observed

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

4/18/2026Ch du Roy, St-Augustin-de-Desmaures CA-QC (46.7294,-71.5288)1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

4/17/2026Parc linéaire de la Rivière-St-Charles--Secteur des Îlots1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

4/17/20261184 Québec 171, Saint-Lambert-de-Lauzon, Québec, CA (46,582, -71,214)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

604/22/2026

Rock Pigeon

44/22/2026

Ring-billed Gull

254/22/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

14/22/2026

Downy Woodpecker

34/22/2026

Northern Flicker

114/22/2026

Peregrine Falcon

14/22/2026

American Crow

74/22/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

204/22/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

54/22/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

24/22/2026

Brown Creeper

34/22/2026

Hermit Thrush

24/22/2026

American Robin

804/22/2026

Redpoll

14/22/2026

American Goldfinch

14/22/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/22/2026

Fox Sparrow

64/22/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

2604/22/2026

White-throated Sparrow

344/22/2026

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