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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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

6/8/2026PN Forillon--L'Anse-aux-Amérindiens1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

26/17/2026

Common Eider

256/17/2026

White-winged Scoter

116/17/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

46/17/2026

Mourning Dove

26/17/2026

Common Nighthawk

16/17/2026

American Herring Gull

166/17/2026

Northern Gannet

46/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

36/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/17/2026

Swainson's Thrush

156/17/2026

American Robin

96/17/2026

Chipping Sparrow

16/17/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

16/17/2026

White-throated Sparrow

76/17/2026

Song Sparrow

26/17/2026

American Redstart

16/17/2026

Magnolia Warbler

36/17/2026

Bay-breasted Warbler

46/17/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

26/17/2026

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 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.