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Polar Bear in Quebec

Polar Bear in Quebec

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Polar Bear in Quebec — Quick Overview

There are 36 recorded sightings of Polar Bear in Quebec, with 0 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in June through September.

When to See Polar Bear in Quebec

Most often reported in June through September.

Monthly sightings distribution for Polar Bear in Quebec
MonthRecorded SightingsPeak Month
January5No
February1No
March2No
April1No
May0No
June3Yes
July10Yes
August7Yes
September2Yes
October0No
November0No
December1No

Compared With Other Regions

Explore how Polar Bear sightings in Quebec compare to other North American hubs:

Creamy white with a long neck and a small head, this is the largest living bear and the biggest land carnivore. It lives on Arctic sea ice and shorelines in Alaska, Canada, Greenland, Russia and Norway, and hunts seals at breathing holes and ice edges. It swims well. In autumn, bears gather near Hudson Bay waiting for the ice to form, which makes late October to November the best time for guided viewing near Churchill, Manitoba.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to see a Polar Bear in Quebec?

Polar Bear is most often reported in Quebec in June through September, based on GBIF records. Reports partly reflect when more people are outdoors, so sightings in other months are possible.

Where can I see a Polar Bear in Quebec?

There are 36 documented Polar Bear records in Quebec. Parks, refuges and protected areas with suitable habitat are the best places to start; the charts above show when it's reported most.

How can I find Polar Bear sightings near me in Quebec?

Use the WildMap app on iOS to see recent reports within 100 km from the past 7 days for free (WildMap Pro: 200 km and 30 days), and turn on alerts for sightings near you in Quebec.