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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

8/22/2026Aéroport 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

Common Eider

218/22/2026

Black Guillemot

48/22/2026

American Herring Gull

48/22/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

28/22/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

18/22/2026

Common Loon

18/22/2026

Northern Gannet

308/22/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

408/22/2026

American Crow

18/22/2026

Ring-necked Duck

38/22/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

18/22/2026

Northern Harrier

18/22/2026

Bald Eagle

18/22/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

18/22/2026

Merlin

18/22/2026

Blue-headed Vireo

18/22/2026

Philadelphia Vireo

38/22/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

58/22/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

78/22/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

18/22/2026

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.