Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/5/202638, chemin de l’Anse-Mercier, Saint-Michel-de-Bellechasse1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/4/2026Quartier Saint-David1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/1/2026Parc Victoria (cté Québec)1 observed

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

2/27/2026Plaines d'Abraham1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

2/27/2026Anse à Mercier1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

32/28/2026

American Crow

12/28/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

82/28/2026

European Starling

142/28/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

22/28/2026

Blue Jay

12/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

52/28/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

12/28/2026

Redpoll

222/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

42/24/2026

Snow Bunting

12/24/2026

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 Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier for birding?
The best months to visit Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier?
Notable species at Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier include Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, European Starling. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier?
Birding at Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier?
Refuge d'oiseaux migrateurs de St-Vallier offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.