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

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

4/20/2026Parc du Grand-Coteau1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

4/20/2026Parc Maynard-Ferguson1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

4/20/2026Parc Michel-Chartrand1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/20/2026Parc de la Cité1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/20/2026Cour Mercier1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/20/2026Ma cour et alentour - St-Jean-sur-Richelieu secteur St-Luc1 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

4/19/2026Parc de l'Honorable-George-O'Reilly1 observed

American Herring x Great Black-backed Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x marinus

4/19/2026Parc de l'Honorable-George-O'Reilly1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/19/2026Parc Rhône et parc Sorbonne, Brossard1 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

4/19/2026Fort Chambly2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

154/20/2026

Wood Duck

24/20/2026

Mallard

74/20/2026

Ring-necked Duck

44/20/2026

Bufflehead

54/20/2026

Common Goldeneye

24/20/2026

Common Merganser

24/20/2026

Wild Turkey

124/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

34/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/20/2026

Northern Harrier

14/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

54/20/2026

Northern Flicker

44/20/2026

Eastern Phoebe

24/20/2026

American Crow

24/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

24/20/2026

Tree Swallow

24/20/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

24/20/2026

Hermit Thrush

24/20/2026

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.