Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

PN des Îles-de-Boucherville (incluant Île Charron)

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

PN des Îles-de-Boucherville (incluant Île Charron) is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 254 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Barred Owl, Common Raven, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/19/2026Parc Jean-Drapeau1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/18/2026Aut Métropolitaine, Montréal-Est CA-QC 45.63964, -73.535681 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

6/17/2026PN du Mont-St-Bruno1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

6/17/2026Cimetière de St-Laurent1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

6/17/2026PN du Mont-St-Bruno1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

56/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

26/18/2026

Northern Flicker

16/18/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/18/2026

American Robin

146/18/2026

Chipping Sparrow

26/18/2026

Song Sparrow

46/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

16/18/2026

American Redstart

16/18/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

106/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/18/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/16/2026

Barn Swallow

26/16/2026

Wood Thrush

16/16/2026

Ring-billed Gull

26/15/2026

Common Tern

16/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

16/15/2026

Great Egret

26/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

26/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

36/15/2026

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 PN des Îles-de-Boucherville (incluant Île Charron) for birding?
The best months to visit PN des Îles-de-Boucherville (incluant Île Charron) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at PN des Îles-de-Boucherville (incluant Île Charron)?
Notable species at PN des Îles-de-Boucherville (incluant Île Charron) include Barred Owl, Common Raven, Black-capped Chickadee, Downy Woodpecker, Dark-eyed Junco. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at PN des Îles-de-Boucherville (incluant Île Charron)?
Birding at PN des Îles-de-Boucherville (incluant Île Charron) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at PN des Îles-de-Boucherville (incluant Île Charron)?
PN des Îles-de-Boucherville (incluant Île Charron) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.