Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Pointe Paradis

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Pointe Paradis is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Black Duck, Barrow's Goldeneye, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

4/20/202645 Rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/20/202645 Rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes1 observed

Redpoll (rostrata/islandica)

Acanthis flammea

4/20/202645 Rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

4/20/2026Station d'épuration, Baie-Comeau (accès restreint)1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

4/19/202645 Rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes1 observed

Taiga Bean-Goose

Anser fabalis

4/15/2026Baie Henri-Grenier (privé accès restreint)1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/15/2026Rue Gaston, Pointe-aux-Outardes1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

4/14/2026Baie Henri-Grenier (privé accès restreint)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

44/19/2026

Canada Goose

44/19/2026

American Black Duck

294/19/2026

Northern Pintail

14/19/2026

Common Eider

204/19/2026

Black Scoter

104/19/2026

Common Goldeneye

104/19/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

84/19/2026

Common Merganser

24/19/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

234/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

204/19/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

64/19/2026

Iceland Gull

64/19/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

14/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

44/19/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

24/19/2026

Northern Flicker

44/19/2026

Blue Jay

24/19/2026

American Crow

44/19/2026

Common Raven

14/19/2026

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 Paradis for birding?
The best months to visit Pointe Paradis for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pointe Paradis?
Notable species at Pointe Paradis include American Black Duck, Barrow's Goldeneye, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Blue Jay. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pointe Paradis?
Birding at Pointe Paradis is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pointe Paradis?
Pointe Paradis offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.