Embouchure Rivière Godbout

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Embouchure Rivière Godbout is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Common Goldeneye, Barrow's Goldeneye, and Common Merganser 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 x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

3/5/2026Godbout1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater Scaup

23/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

23/6/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

33/6/2026

Common Merganser

83/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/6/2026

American Herring Gull

133/6/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

13/6/2026

American Crow

43/6/2026

Common Raven

12/27/2026

Pine Grosbeak

152/27/2026

Snow Bunting

162/27/2026

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 Embouchure Rivière Godbout for birding?
The best months to visit Embouchure Rivière Godbout for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Embouchure Rivière Godbout?
Notable species at Embouchure Rivière Godbout include Common Goldeneye, Barrow's Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Red-breasted Merganser, American Crow. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Embouchure Rivière Godbout?
Birding at Embouchure Rivière Godbout is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Embouchure Rivière Godbout?
Embouchure Rivière Godbout offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.