Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Sentiers SCIRBI

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Sentiers SCIRBI is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Barred Owl, Great Black-backed Gull, and Bald Eagle 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

Common Eider

Somateria mollissima

8/19/2026Ile de barque1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

8/19/2026Ile Latraverse1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

8/18/2026Maison du marais1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

8/15/2026Sentier des Migrateurs2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

118/15/2026

Mallard

38/15/2026

Mourning Dove

18/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

68/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

28/15/2026

Bald Eagle

38/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

38/15/2026

Northern Flicker

18/15/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

28/15/2026

Eastern Phoebe

28/15/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

28/15/2026

Eastern Kingbird

38/15/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

28/15/2026

Blue Jay

18/15/2026

American Crow

28/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

138/15/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

38/15/2026

Brown Creeper

18/15/2026

Northern House Wren

18/15/2026

European Starling

128/15/2026

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 Sentiers SCIRBI for birding?
The best months to visit Sentiers SCIRBI for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sentiers SCIRBI?
Notable species at Sentiers SCIRBI include Barred Owl, Great Black-backed Gull, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Rough-legged Hawk. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sentiers SCIRBI?
Birding at Sentiers SCIRBI is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sentiers SCIRBI?
Sentiers SCIRBI offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.