PN du Bois-de-l'île-Bizard

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

PN du Bois-de-l'île-Bizard is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Herring Gull, Downy Woodpecker, and American Crow 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

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/2026Barrage du Grand Moulin1 observed

European Robin

Erithacus rubecula

3/5/2026poste d'observation Rougegorge familier, Montréal (2026)1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/5/2026Parc Angrignon1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/4/2026Barrage, Beauharnois11 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/4/2026poste d'observation Rougegorge familier, Montréal (2026)1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/4/202691 chemin des Tilleuls, Rigaud, Quebec, CA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Herring Gull

23/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

American Crow

43/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

53/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/5/2026

American Robin

103/5/2026

Bohemian Waxwing

453/5/2026

House Finch

43/5/2026

American Goldfinch

23/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/5/2026

Mallard

23/4/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

13/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

23/4/2026

Brown Creeper

13/4/2026

European Starling

83/4/2026

House Sparrow

43/4/2026

Redpoll

13/4/2026

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