RN de Pointe-Yamachiche

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

RN de Pointe-Yamachiche is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 250 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Downy Woodpecker, and Hairy 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

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/5/2026RN de Pointe-Yamachiche3 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/28/2026Aire écologique du ruisseau Lachapelle1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

53/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

53/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

263/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

33/5/2026

Brown Creeper

33/5/2026

Redpoll

23/5/2026

Barred Owl

13/1/2026

Common Raven

13/1/2026

American Goldfinch

23/1/2026

Snow Bunting

303/1/2026

Ruffed Grouse

12/27/2026

American Tree Sparrow

22/24/2026

American Herring Gull

42/22/2026

Iceland Gull

12/22/2026

Bald Eagle

12/22/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

12/20/2026

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