Pointe à Émile

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Pointe à Émile is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, and Northern Shrike 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

White-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta carolinensis

3/2/2026Chez moi1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

3/2/2026Chez moi1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Hairy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

43/6/2026

Boreal Chickadee

23/6/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

Pine Grosbeak

53/6/2026

Redpoll

113/6/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Northern Shrike

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

33/1/2026

Common Grackle

13/1/2026

American Black Duck

192/23/2026

Common Goldeneye

252/23/2026

American Crow

22/23/2026

Common Raven

12/21/2026

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 Pointe à Émile for birding?
The best months to visit Pointe à Émile for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pointe à Émile?
Notable species at Pointe à Émile include Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Northern Shrike, Blue Jay, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pointe à Émile?
Birding at Pointe à Émile is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pointe à Émile?
Pointe à Émile offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.