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Centre d'interprétation de la nature du Lac-Boivin

Quebec · Canada

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Centre d'interprétation de la nature du Lac-Boivin is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch, and Dark-eyed Junco 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

Black-capped ChickadeeWhite-breasted NuthatchDark-eyed JuncoCooper's HawkDowny Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

2/27/20262e Rang, Acton Vale1 observed

American Three-toed Woodpecker

Picoides dorsalis

2/27/2026PN de la Yamaska--barrage secondaire1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-capped Chickadee

123/3/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/3/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

43/3/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/3/2026

American Crow

53/3/2026

Brown Creeper

13/3/2026

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.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Centre d'interprétation de la nature du Lac-Boivin for birding?▼
The best months to visit Centre d'interprétation de la nature du Lac-Boivin for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Centre d'interprétation de la nature du Lac-Boivin?▼
Notable species at Centre d'interprétation de la nature du Lac-Boivin include Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch, Dark-eyed Junco, Cooper's Hawk, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Centre d'interprétation de la nature du Lac-Boivin?▼
Birding at Centre d'interprétation de la nature du Lac-Boivin is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Centre d'interprétation de la nature du Lac-Boivin?▼
Centre d'interprétation de la nature du Lac-Boivin offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.