Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Pointe-des-Monts

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Pointe-des-Monts is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 247 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Willow Ptarmigan 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Black Duck

28/22/2026

Common Eider

108/22/2026

Surf Scoter

68/22/2026

White-winged Scoter

48/22/2026

Black Scoter

128/22/2026

Common Nighthawk

28/22/2026

Black-bellied Plover

28/22/2026

Semipalmated Plover

318/22/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

38/22/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

138/22/2026

Least Sandpiper

608/22/2026

Black Guillemot

38/22/2026

Razorbill

48/22/2026

Black-legged Kittiwake

28/22/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

1208/22/2026

Ring-billed Gull

28/22/2026

American Herring Gull

98/22/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

28/22/2026

Arctic Tern

18/22/2026

Common Tern

208/22/2026

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