Sentiers SCIRBI

Quebec · Canada

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Sentiers SCIRBI is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Barred Owl, Great Black-backed Gull, and Bald Eagle 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

Barred Owl Great Black-backed Gull Bald Eagle Red-tailed Hawk Rough-legged Hawk

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/3/2026Ile Latraverse1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

2/25/2026St-Félix de Valois, 835, Chemin de Joliette1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Barred Owl

22/27/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

12/27/2026

Bald Eagle

22/27/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/27/2026

Rough-legged Hawk

12/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

22/27/2026

American Crow

32/27/2026

Common Raven

22/27/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

22/27/2026

Brown Creeper

32/27/2026

European Starling

92/27/2026

Redpoll

2/27/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.
2
Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Where to See Bald Eagles in North America: A Seasonal Viewing Guide

11 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sentiers SCIRBI for birding?▼

The best months to visit Sentiers SCIRBI for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Sentiers SCIRBI?▼

Notable species at Sentiers SCIRBI include Barred Owl, Great Black-backed Gull, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Rough-legged Hawk. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Sentiers SCIRBI?▼

Birding at Sentiers SCIRBI is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Sentiers SCIRBI?▼

Sentiers SCIRBI offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.