Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

PN Forillon (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis)

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

PN Forillon (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis) is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 209 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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Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Black Duck

44/21/2026

Common Eider

1504/21/2026

Harlequin Duck

404/21/2026

Black Scoter

204/21/2026

Long-tailed Duck

104/21/2026

Common Goldeneye

104/21/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

64/21/2026

Ruffed Grouse

14/21/2026

Black Guillemot

154/21/2026

Black-legged Kittiwake

5004/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

104/21/2026

American Herring Gull

204/21/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

74/21/2026

Glaucous Gull

14/21/2026

Iceland Gull

44/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

64/21/2026

Northern Flicker

34/21/2026

American Kestrel

14/21/2026

Merlin

24/21/2026

American Crow

104/21/2026

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 (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis) for birding?
The best months to visit PN Forillon (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at PN Forillon (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis)?
Notable species at PN Forillon (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis) 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 (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis)?
Birding at PN Forillon (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at PN Forillon (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis)?
PN Forillon (SVP choisir des endroits plus précis) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.