Pointe Paradis

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Pointe Paradis is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Black Duck, Barrow's Goldeneye, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

3/4/2026Pointe Paradis1 observed

Willow Ptarmigan

Lagopus lagopus

3/3/202645 Rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes CA-QC 49.04223, -68.447723 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

2/22/202618–98 Rue Gaston, Les Buissons CA-QC 49.09595, -68.392591 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Black Duck

23/4/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

403/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

43/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Blue Jay

33/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

43/4/2026

Evening Grosbeak

83/4/2026

Pine Grosbeak

133/4/2026

Redpoll

203/4/2026

American Herring Gull

23/3/2026

Iceland Gull

503/3/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

12/28/2026

Northern Shrike

12/28/2026

European Starling

12/28/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

12/27/2026

American Crow

12/27/2026

Bald Eagle

12/26/2026

Common Raven

12/25/2026

Glaucous Gull

22/24/2026

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