Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-bellied 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

6/15/2026RNF du Cap-Tourmente--secteur de la Petite-Ferme1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

36/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/15/2026

Bald Eagle

16/15/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/15/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/15/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/15/2026

American Crow

26/15/2026

Common Raven

16/15/2026

Tree Swallow

36/15/2026

European Starling

16/15/2026

Gray Catbird

16/15/2026

American Robin

86/15/2026

Cedar Waxwing

56/15/2026

American Goldfinch

16/15/2026

Chipping Sparrow

16/15/2026

Song Sparrow

26/15/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

66/15/2026

Common Grackle

46/15/2026

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 Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier for birding?
The best months to visit Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier?
Notable species at Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier include Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, European Starling. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier?
Birding at Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier?
Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.