Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

PR de la Pointe-De la Martinière

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

PR de la Pointe-De la Martinière is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, and American Crow 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

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

6/17/2026Pointe de Maizerets1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

6/17/2026Pointe de Maizerets1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/16/2026Etang de rétention Jean-Gauvin1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-billed Gull

16/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/14/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

16/14/2026

Alder Flycatcher

16/14/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

96/14/2026

Blue Jay

26/14/2026

American Crow

16/14/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

36/14/2026

Gray Catbird

36/14/2026

Veery

26/14/2026

American Robin

16/14/2026

Savannah Sparrow

16/14/2026

Song Sparrow

36/14/2026

Bobolink

26/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

116/14/2026

Common Grackle

16/14/2026

Ovenbird

36/14/2026

American Redstart

36/14/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

36/14/2026

Chestnut-sided Warbler

16/14/2026

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 PR de la Pointe-De la Martinière for birding?
The best months to visit PR de la Pointe-De la Martinière for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at PR de la Pointe-De la Martinière?
Notable species at PR de la Pointe-De la Martinière include Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at PR de la Pointe-De la Martinière?
Birding at PR de la Pointe-De la Martinière is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at PR de la Pointe-De la Martinière?
PR de la Pointe-De la Martinière offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.