Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

PN du Bois-de-l'île-Bizard

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
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

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/19/2026156 Av de Chambéry, Ste-Thérèse CA-QC 45.64115, -73.821211 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/19/2026Parc Jean-Drapeau1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

6/19/2026Station d'épuration, Blainville1 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

6/18/2026Lamontagne, Saint-Jérôme CA-QC 45.75331, -74.007351 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

6/17/2026Chemin de la Pointe-à-la-Raquette1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

6/17/2026Cimetière de St-Laurent1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

6/17/2026RF Marguerite-D'Youville1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eastern Kingbird

26/18/2026

Blue Jay

26/18/2026

Barn Swallow

136/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

126/18/2026

Mallard

36/18/2026

Wild Turkey

16/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/18/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

16/18/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/18/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/18/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/18/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/18/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

26/18/2026

Tree Swallow

406/18/2026

Northern House Wren

16/18/2026

Marsh Wren

36/18/2026

European Starling

16/18/2026

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.