Amidst high southwest winds and intermittent rain, a brave few stood on Fish Point's tip to witness an impressive reverse migration of orioles, tanagers, and warblers. Highlights included 2 CERULEAN WARBLERS, 1 HOODED WARBLER, and a GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER.
Yesterday, a SHORT-BILLED DOWITCHER and 2 DARK-EYED JUNCOS were reported from Sheridan Point. ----------------------------------------- Cumulative May total for Pelee Island: 178 species ----------------------------------------- There will be daily bird hikes on Pelee Island until at least May 20. Cost $4.00 includes admission to Heritage Centre. Inquire at Centre at foot of West Dock for times and locations, and details on best birding areas and current rarities. The Heritage Centre is open from 10 am - 5 pm daily. 519-724-2291. The foyer contains a 'sightings board' listing May bird sightings (open 24 hours). Lighthouse Point is on the NE corner of the island, Sheridan Point on the NW corner, Mill Point on the SE corner, and Fish Point on the SW corner, due south of the West Dock. -------------------------------------------- Pelee Island can be reached by ferry leaving Leamington daily. For times and reservations, call 1-800-661-2220. Paul Carter, Irena Knezevic Pelee Island Heritage Centre [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] "pimuseum" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Visit http://www.ofo.ca/ontbirdsguide.htm for information on leaving and joining the list. As well as general information and content guidelines.
