Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

PN du Mt-St-Bruno

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

PN du Mt-St-Bruno is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Northern Saw-whet Owl, Blue Jay, 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

6/17/202611120 Rue Colbert, Montréal, Québec, CA (45,616, -73,589)2 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/17/2026Ile Notre-Dame1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

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

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

6/16/2026Ile Notre-Dame1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

6/16/2026PN du Mont-St-Bruno1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

6/15/2026Parc de conservation du Ruisseau-de-Feu1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

206/17/2026

Wild Turkey

16/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/17/2026

Barred Owl

36/17/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

16/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/17/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

16/17/2026

Northern Flicker

16/17/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

46/17/2026

Least Flycatcher

26/17/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

26/17/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/17/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

86/17/2026

American Crow

16/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

46/17/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/17/2026

Veery

16/17/2026

House Finch

16/17/2026

American Goldfinch

46/17/2026

Chipping Sparrow

56/17/2026

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 Mt-St-Bruno for birding?
The best months to visit PN du Mt-St-Bruno for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at PN du Mt-St-Bruno?
Notable species at PN du Mt-St-Bruno include Northern Saw-whet Owl, Blue Jay, American Crow, Common Raven, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at PN du Mt-St-Bruno?
Birding at PN du Mt-St-Bruno is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at PN du Mt-St-Bruno?
PN du Mt-St-Bruno offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.