PN de la Pte-aux-Prairies - Secteur des Marais

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

PN de la Pte-aux-Prairies - Secteur des Marais is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Common Raven, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

European Robin

Erithacus rubecula

3/5/2026poste d'observation Rougegorge familier, Montréal (2026)1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/5/2026Parc Angrignon1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/4/2026poste d'observation Rougegorge familier, Montréal (2026)1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/4/2026Cimetière de Laval/Mt. Pleasant1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/3/2026Cimetière de Laval/Mt. Pleasant1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Common Raven

13/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

53/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/2/2026

Bohemian Waxwing

153/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/2/2026

American Crow

53/1/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

13/1/2026

Brown Creeper

13/1/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/1/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/27/2026

Northern Shrike

12/27/2026

American Goldfinch

22/27/2026

American Tree Sparrow

12/27/2026

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 PN de la Pte-aux-Prairies - Secteur des Marais for birding?
The best months to visit PN de la Pte-aux-Prairies - Secteur des Marais for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at PN de la Pte-aux-Prairies - Secteur des Marais?
Notable species at PN de la Pte-aux-Prairies - Secteur des Marais include Downy Woodpecker, Common Raven, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch, Bohemian Waxwing. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at PN de la Pte-aux-Prairies - Secteur des Marais?
Birding at PN de la Pte-aux-Prairies - Secteur des Marais is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at PN de la Pte-aux-Prairies - Secteur des Marais?
PN de la Pte-aux-Prairies - Secteur des Marais offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.