Overcast sky above thorny brambles and dry foliage

RF Marguerite-D'Youville

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

RF Marguerite-D'Youville is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, and Hairy 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

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/19/2026156 Av de Chambéry, Ste-Thérèse CA-QC 45.64115, -73.821211 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/19/2026Parc Jean-Drapeau1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

6/17/2026Cimetière de St-Laurent1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

6/17/2026RF Marguerite-D'Youville1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

26/19/2026

Mallard

26/19/2026

Rock Pigeon

16/19/2026

Chimney Swift

56/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

26/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

56/19/2026

Common Tern

16/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

26/19/2026

Great Egret

26/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/19/2026

Bald Eagle

26/19/2026

Belted Kingfisher

26/19/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

16/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

36/19/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

16/19/2026

Northern Flicker

56/19/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/19/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/19/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

36/19/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/19/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Scan the canopy edges at dawn for migrating warblers and other songbirds during spring and fall.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit RF Marguerite-D'Youville for birding?
The best months to visit RF Marguerite-D'Youville for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at RF Marguerite-D'Youville?
Notable species at RF Marguerite-D'Youville include Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, American Crow, Rock Pigeon, Common Raven, American Robin, House Sparrow, Mallard, American Herring Gull, Bald Eagle. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at RF Marguerite-D'Youville?
Birding at RF Marguerite-D'Youville is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at RF Marguerite-D'Youville?
There is no entrance fee at RF Marguerite-D'Youville. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at RF Marguerite-D'Youville?
RF Marguerite-D'Youville offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.