Hey folks, Some interesting sightings this morning at Kortright that may generate some interest.
Most notably, WHITE-WINGED CROSSBILLS appear to be on the move, with very infrequent sightings for the past few days, there were two huge flocks of 60+ birds today. Also, for the past few days there has been a small influx of PURPLE FINCHES as well, mostly at the feeders and feeding on Maple seeds. Both of these tend to be more reliable near the Marsh Boardwalk. A male RED-BELLIED WOODPECKER was seen today near the feeder at the entrance of the Marsh Boardwalk. Not a common bird up here. A pair of DOWNY WOODPECKERS were seen apparently working on a nesting cavity, for several minutes! NORTHERN CARDINALS have been in full song as of late as well. NORTHERN SHRIKES have been present on the entrance road and in the Kite field. Good Birding! Lev Frid Maple, ON Directions: The Kortright Centre is located three kilometers west of Highway 400 and one kilometer south of Major Mackenzie Drive at 9550 Pine Valley Drive in Woodbridge. There is an entrance fee. Maps can be obtained at the visitor centre. _______________________________________________ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to [email protected] For information about ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/
