Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

PN Forillon - L'Anse-aux-Amérindiens

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

PN Forillon - L'Anse-aux-Amérindiens is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 215 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

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

8/23/2026Aéroport Michel-Pouliot de Gaspé2 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

8/20/2026Aéroport Michel-Pouliot de Gaspé1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Spotted Sandpiper

18/23/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

78/23/2026

American Herring Gull

48/23/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

38/23/2026

Common Loon

18/23/2026

Northern Gannet

308/23/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

1088/23/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

28/23/2026

Alder Flycatcher

28/23/2026

Least Flycatcher

18/23/2026

Philadelphia Vireo

18/23/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

28/23/2026

Blue Jay

28/23/2026

American Crow

18/23/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

18/23/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

58/23/2026

Gray Catbird

38/23/2026

Veery

68/23/2026

Swainson's Thrush

138/23/2026

American Robin

88/23/2026

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