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

Dark-eyed Junco x White-throated Sparrow (hybrid)

Junco hyemalis x Zonotrichia albicollis

4/20/2026Rue des Cornouillers, Les Escoumins1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

4/20/2026Baie des Escoumins (poissonnerie et promenade)1 observed

Redpoll (exilipes)

Acanthis flammea

4/17/2026Rue du Cap-à-l'Aigle (chalet)1 observed

White-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta carolinensis

4/15/2026Chez moi1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

4/14/2026Rang 3 Notre-Dame-des-Neiges (Domicile)1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

4/14/2026Maison de la Mer (accès restreint)1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

4/12/2026Rang Saint-Joseph, Les Bergeronnes1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

4/10/2026Pointe de la Croix2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

244/20/2026

Northern Shoveler

24/20/2026

Gadwall

24/20/2026

American Wigeon

14/20/2026

Mallard

44/20/2026

American Black Duck

184/20/2026

Ring-necked Duck

254/20/2026

Greater Scaup

34/20/2026

Lesser Scaup

54/20/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

24/20/2026

Killdeer

14/20/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

144/20/2026

American Herring Gull

44/20/2026

Glaucous Gull

14/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/20/2026

American Crow

194/20/2026

Song Sparrow

24/20/2026

Rock Pigeon

24/18/2026

European Starling

144/18/2026

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.