RNF du Cap-Tourmente - Secteur de La Grande-Ferme

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

RNF du Cap-Tourmente - Secteur de La Grande-Ferme is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 243 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Common Goldeneye, Northern Shrike, and Blue Jay 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

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

2/27/2026Anse à Mercier1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Goldeneye

13/4/2026

Northern Shrike

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

33/4/2026

American Crow

23/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

83/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/4/2026

Pine Grosbeak

123/3/2026

Snow Bunting

33/3/2026

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 RNF du Cap-Tourmente - Secteur de La Grande-Ferme for birding?
The best months to visit RNF du Cap-Tourmente - Secteur de La Grande-Ferme for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at RNF du Cap-Tourmente - Secteur de La Grande-Ferme?
Notable species at RNF du Cap-Tourmente - Secteur de La Grande-Ferme include Common Goldeneye, Northern Shrike, Blue Jay, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at RNF du Cap-Tourmente - Secteur de La Grande-Ferme?
Birding at RNF du Cap-Tourmente - Secteur de La Grande-Ferme is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at RNF du Cap-Tourmente - Secteur de La Grande-Ferme?
RNF du Cap-Tourmente - Secteur de La Grande-Ferme offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.