Baie du Grand Pabos

Quebec · Canada

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Baie du Grand Pabos is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 202 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

Boreal Chickadee Spruce Grouse Gray Jay Black-backed Woodpecker White-winged Crossbill

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

3/6/2026Chandler-- av Soldat-Chouinard1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/1/2026Chandler-- av Soldat-Chouinard1 observed

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 Baie du Grand Pabos for birding?▼

The best months to visit Baie du Grand Pabos for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Baie du Grand Pabos?▼

Notable species at Baie du Grand Pabos 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 Baie du Grand Pabos?▼

Birding at Baie du Grand Pabos is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Baie du Grand Pabos?▼

Baie du Grand Pabos offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.