Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

PN du Bic - Embouchure Rivière du Bic

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

PN du Bic - Embouchure Rivière du Bic is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 202 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

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

6/19/2026Etang Parent1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

6/19/2026635 Rue Tessier, Rimouski, Québec, CA (48,422, -68,549)1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

6/19/2026Motel Marcel, Rimouski1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

6/18/2026Rue du Phare2 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

6/17/2026Saint-Anaclet, sentier de la Rue Julien.2 observed

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

6/17/2026Rue St-Louis2 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

6/15/2026Fleuve Saint-Laurent, St-Fabien CA-QC (48.3472,-68.9253)1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

6/15/2026Maison - Chemin de la Seigneurie, Rimouski1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

156/13/2026

Gadwall

26/13/2026

American Wigeon

26/13/2026

Mallard

316/13/2026

American Herring Gull

16/13/2026

Great Blue Heron

56/13/2026

Alder Flycatcher

16/13/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/13/2026

Blue Jay

16/13/2026

American Crow

16/13/2026

Song Sparrow

26/13/2026

Common Grackle

26/13/2026

American Redstart

16/13/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/13/2026

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