Ile du Marais

Quebec · Canada

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ile du Marais is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Crow 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

Northern Saw-whet Owl (acadicus)

Aegolius acadicus

3/1/2026Boisé Lucien-Blanchard1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/22/2026Home rt 141 Ayers Cliff2 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

2/22/2026Champs du Chemin Roy1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

2/21/2026chemin Dion, Compton1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Crow

13/3/2026

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 Ile du Marais for birding?▼

The best months to visit Ile du Marais for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Ile du Marais?▼

Notable species at Ile du Marais 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 Ile du Marais?▼

Birding at Ile du Marais is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Ile du Marais?▼

Ile du Marais offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.