Anse Gilmour

Quebec · Canada

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Anse Gilmour is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, 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

Rock Pigeon Downy Woodpecker Hairy Woodpecker American Crow Black-capped Chickadee

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/6/2026Rue Lambert Closse, Québec, Québec, CA (46,76, -71,31)1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/5/202638, chemin de l’Anse-Mercier, Saint-Michel-de-Bellechasse1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/4/2026Parc de la Montagne-des-Roches1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/4/2026Quartier Saint-David1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/1/2026Parc Victoria (cté Québec)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

42/23/2026

Downy Woodpecker

22/23/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/23/2026

American Crow

12/23/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

32/23/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

12/23/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.
2
Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Anse Gilmour for birding?▼

The best months to visit Anse Gilmour for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Anse Gilmour?▼

Notable species at Anse Gilmour include Rock Pigeon, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Anse Gilmour?▼

Birding at Anse Gilmour is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Anse Gilmour?▼

Anse Gilmour offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.