Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Station d'épuration, Rimouski

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Station d'épuration, Rimouski is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Herring Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, and Glaucous Gull 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

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

6/17/2026Rue St-Louis2 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

6/17/2026Parc Beauséjour, ruisseau Levasseur1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

6/16/2026179 Route du Fleuve Est, Sainte-Luce, Québec, CA (48.555, -68.345)1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

6/15/2026Etang Dollard1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

6/15/2026Maison, Rimouski-Est1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

6/15/2026Motel Marcel, Rimouski CA-QC (48.4878,-68.4927)1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

6/15/2026Maison - Chemin de la Seigneurie, Rimouski1 observed

Northern Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

6/14/2026Sentier du littoral et marais de Sacré-Cœur1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

6/13/2026Lac à l'Anguille1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

196/13/2026

Northern Shoveler

106/13/2026

Gadwall

356/13/2026

American Wigeon

126/13/2026

Mallard

1556/13/2026

American Black Duck

76/13/2026

Green-winged Teal

26/13/2026

Ring-necked Duck

26/13/2026

Lesser Scaup

96/13/2026

Common Goldeneye

86/13/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

36/13/2026

Chimney Swift

26/13/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

16/13/2026

American Herring Gull

26/13/2026

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

16/13/2026

Alder Flycatcher

26/13/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/13/2026

Blue Jay

16/13/2026

Common Raven

26/13/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

26/13/2026

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 Station d'épuration, Rimouski for birding?
The best months to visit Station d'épuration, Rimouski for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Station d'épuration, Rimouski?
Notable species at Station d'épuration, Rimouski include American Herring Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, Glaucous Gull, Iceland Gull, Mallard. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Station d'épuration, Rimouski?
Birding at Station d'épuration, Rimouski is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Station d'épuration, Rimouski?
Station d'épuration, Rimouski offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.