[Ontbirds] Bohemian Waxwings, Snowy and Short-eared Owls - Wolfe Island to Merrickville
Hello Ontbirders, My Dad and I went to Wolfe Island yesterday to see the raptors there. En route we saw a flock of over 1300 Bohemian Waxwings, 1 Cedar Waxwing, 67 American Robins and 5 Brown-headed Cowbirds near Merrickville. On Wolfe Island we saw 4 Snowy Owls, 3 Short-eared Owls, 5 Bald Eagles, 7 Northern Harriers and 41 Rough-legged Hawks amongst others. Most of the Wolfe Island birds were between 4th Line and Hwy 95. The Short-eared Owl field is near the corner of 95 and Reed's Bay Road. The Short-eared Owls started to appear at about 5 pm (Snowy activity picked up after 4 pm). If you want to catch the 5:30 ferry that doesn't leave long to enjoy them. There are likely more than we saw since we left to catch the ferry. It would have been worth waiting until the 6:30 ferry if we didn't have so far to drive. The Merrickville location deserves some more attention. With that many berries around there could be some great birds there. Merrickville is just west of Smith's Falls. From Merrickville, head north on Co. Rd. 2 about 2 km. The waxwings, etc. were feeding on the west side of the road. The area is posted no trespassing so unless you can get permission you will have to bird from the road. Jeff Jeff Skevington, Research Scientist Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada K.W. Neatby Building, C.E.F., 960 Carling Ave. Ottawa, ON, K1A 0C6, Canada Work Phone: 613-759-1647, FAX: 613-759-1927 Home Phone: 613-832-1970 e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] alternate e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Looking for the perfect gift? Give the gift of Flickr! http://www.flickr.com/gift/ ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to ONTBIRDS mailing list ONTBIRDS@hwcn.org For instructions to join or leave ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdssetup.php ONTBIRDS Guidelines may be viewed at http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdsguide.php
[Ontbirds]Cedar waxwings and robins in Waterloo
Today, at 11:00 am and again at 1:00 pm I observed approximately 20 cedar waxwings feeding on some black berries in an area of bushes and cedars that is usually swampy in warmer weather. Surprisingly, there were also 6 robins sheltering in the bushes below the berry tree. Across from 400 Parkside Dr. Barb Peeren Waterloo, ON Directions: From Hwy.401, take Hwy.8 north and then follow Hwy 85 towards Waterloo. Exit on Northfield and head west. At the first set of lights turn left (Parkside), straight through the lights at Weber and the four way stop at Cedarbrae and look for the swampy area on the right just after Heasley Park. The large apartment building on the left is clearly posted as 400 Parkside. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to ONTBIRDS mailing list ONTBIRDS@hwcn.org For instructions to join or leave ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdssetup.php ONTBIRDS Guidelines may be viewed at http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdsguide.php
[Ontbirds]Bald Eagle in Thorold
Hello All, Today, thanks from my dad's tip, Jean and I observed a Bald Eagle in Thorold at 2:15 PM. We found it in the same area we observed one (same bird?) last year. It was seen soaring over Lake Gibson in the area between Beaverdams Rd., Decew Rd. the 406. We observed only for a few minutes as it is very cold today. After soaring over the water for a few minutes, it flew in to the trees on the south-west side of the lake. We lost view of it at that point. It was easily and safely observed from the old railway line running parallel with Beaverdams Road. Bob Highcock Jean Hampson St. Catharines, ON Directions: From St. Catharines, travel south on Hwy. 406. Exit Beaverdams Rd. and turn left, heading east on Beaverdams Rd. Lake Gibson will be on both sides of the road approximately 1 km from the 406. There are some small parking areas off the road here. A red barn will be on the left side and the Hydro Road is on the right. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to ONTBIRDS mailing list ONTBIRDS@hwcn.org For instructions to join or leave ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdssetup.php ONTBIRDS Guidelines may be viewed at http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdsguide.php
[Ontbirds]Tufted Titmouse Forest Park
The Tufted Titmouse was seen again at 103 Manitou St from approx. 1030-1045 at the feeders. David Morin DIRECTIONS (from Ottawa): Courtesy Chris Lewis Take Hwy 417 east to exit #79 and follow County Rd. #5 south to Route 500 West. Go east on Rte 500. Manitou is the 4th street on your right. The feeders at #103 are behind the house, and the titmouse seems to prefer the feeders with the red pole. Please do not block driveways and accessways as there are plenty of places to park. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to ONTBIRDS mailing list ONTBIRDS@hwcn.org For instructions to join or leave ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdssetup.php ONTBIRDS Guidelines may be viewed at http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdsguide.php
[Ontbirds]Long-eard Owl, Hamilton, Ontario
Hi everyone, Great day of birding with 5 Bald eagles sighted at Woodlawn Cemetery, two adults in the mix. Also I happened to find a Long-eared Owl in some pines in the Cemetery also, and it was photographed my myself and many local well known Hamilton area photographers. Then off to LaSalle park to photograph the male Wood Duck. Even with the freezing cold temperatures and high winds, a very good day for photography with a mostly sunny skies. Good Birding, and Good Luck Some photos can be seen here http://home.cogeco.ca/~mveltri2/longeared_owl.htm Mike Veltri ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to ONTBIRDS mailing list ONTBIRDS@hwcn.org For instructions to join or leave ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdssetup.php ONTBIRDS Guidelines may be viewed at http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdsguide.php
[Ontbirds]Georgina and Keswick area Sunday, January 20, 2008
Hi Folks, Well thanks to the York Region tips this week, I took a drive up to Ravenshoe, it was sunny and -13 this morning, add the howling winds and it was easily -20. I would have seen nothing but blowing snow, if it were not for a chap setting up his birding scope at mailbox #282, thanks for the view, sorry I didn't get your name. The Owl was way out in a burm south side of the road, with its head just popping up above the ground, virtually invisible to the naked eye. I tried a few photos, but my 400mm was not nearly strong enough, binoculars gave a decent view. If you look on the North side of mailbox #282 there is a stand of trees with many rather large nests, I suspect a decent Blue Heron nesting ground. I then drove north up Leslie (Queen) to Keswick and followed the shoreline. Before I hit Woodbine, I was lucky enought to spot a Juvenile Bald Eagle not far off shore resting on the ice. I managed to get a few photos of the bird in the strong winds, nothing spectacular I was on the leading edge of the snow squalls. The Eagle then flew towards the North East part of Snake Island. Shortly after the snow was so heavy, visibility was virtually a few feet. On the way back, thru Hedge Lane the Briars I saw one white-breasted nuthatch and one black-capped chickadee, the usual suspects. Saw a Coyote in the fields exiting at Elgin Mills and 404. I should also note, when I started on my journey, and hopped on the 404 North, I saw 4 hawks which is not unusual in fact I tend to see a lot more on the drive up the 404. What was interesting was the fact they were paired in 2's one pair just north of Elgin Mills on the West side, and another pair near Bloomington again on the West side out of the wind. Perhaps ready for spring nesting? Sorry I wasn't able to stop and identify the species, I suspect Red Tails with the first pair. All in all not a bad outing. I am working on posting my photos on Flickr, will provide a link to my postings in the future for those of you who enjoy viewing the birds. Regards, Glenn ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to ONTBIRDS mailing list ONTBIRDS@hwcn.org For instructions to join or leave ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdssetup.php ONTBIRDS Guidelines may be viewed at http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdsguide.php
[Ontbirds]Greater White-fronted Geese Port Hope harbour Jan.20
5 Greater White-fronted Geese flew in to Port Hope harbour this afternoon, Sunday January 20 - reported and photographed by Art McLeod, still there when he left at 4pm. Directions: Exit Hwy.401 at Ontario St., Exit 464 and go south on Ontario, keeping left onto Mill St. where the main road forks. Follow Mill St. to the east side of the harbour where there is parking and a walkway towards the harbour mouth. Margaret Bain Cobourg [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to ONTBIRDS mailing list ONTBIRDS@hwcn.org For instructions to join or leave ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdssetup.php ONTBIRDS Guidelines may be viewed at http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdsguide.php
