Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

RN de l’Île-aux-Basques-et-des-Razades - Île aux Basques

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

RN de l’Île-aux-Basques-et-des-Razades - Île aux Basques is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

6/19/2026Chez moi1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

6/19/2026Rang St-Joseph, Les Bergeronnes CA-QC 48.30949, -69.491991 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

6/18/2026RNF de la Baie-de-L’Isle-Verte--secteur du Marais-de-Gros-Cacouna2 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

6/18/2026Pointe de la Croix1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

6/17/2026Pointe Sauvage (CNC)1 observed

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

6/16/2026Baie des Escoumins (poissonnerie et promenade)1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

6/15/2026Baie des Escoumins (poissonnerie et promenade)1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

6/15/2026Baie des Escoumins (poissonnerie et promenade)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Great Blue Heron

76/19/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/19/2026

American Crow

36/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/19/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

16/19/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

36/19/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

16/19/2026

Brown Creeper

16/19/2026

Winter Wren

16/19/2026

Swainson's Thrush

26/19/2026

White-throated Sparrow

36/19/2026

Tennessee Warbler

36/19/2026

American Redstart

26/19/2026

Northern Parula

16/19/2026

Magnolia Warbler

16/19/2026

Blackburnian Warbler

16/19/2026

Black-throated Green Warbler

26/19/2026

Song Sparrow

16/19/2026

Nashville Warbler

16/19/2026

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