[Ontbirds] Blue Grosbeak (female) at Presqu'ile
Hello folks: Thank you to Doug McRae for making the initial posting about the female Blue Grosbeak at Presqu'ile. Further to the directions in Doug's email, the bird fed until dusk on the south side of Paxton Drive at the edge of a partially overgrown field. Park at the lighthouse parking lot, and then walk down Paxton to a semi-open area just past the first major bend in the road. The grosbeak fed constantly, and always returned to the same spot within 2–3 minutes after being flushed by the occasional car. When flushed, it never veered far from the roadside, often staying perched below eye level in nearby redcedars. Some of the many photos are posted on ebird. Multiple videos were also taken. Presqu'ile Provincial Park is well signed south of Highway 401 exit 509. If approaching from Highway 2, turn south on Ontario Street and then west (right) on Presqu'ile Parkway at the foot of Ontario Street. Good birding, Ian and Sofía ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Eurasian Wigeon - Erieau Marsh Trail (May 12th)
A drake Eurasian Wigeon is present at the Erieau Marsh Trail. I found the bird in Rondeau Bay from the first wooden structure 500 meters from the trail head. The EUWI was approximately a KM out on the bay looking south from the tower. I saw the bird on May 12th at 7:40 PM -Peter Simons ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Marsh wren in Oshawa
Marsh wren heard today (not seen) in 2nd Marsh, Oshawa, by Scattergood’s pond. Also Baltimore Oriole. Jim Sheppard ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Blue grosbeak at presquile
Ian Shanahan just found a female blue grosbeak at presquile. It is feeding on the roadside on Paxton drive. From the lighthouse walk west on Paxton past the major bend until you come to a small field in south side. It is there. Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Blue-winged warbler, Gray-cheeked Thrush Tommy Thompson Park
Both seen in last hour on the spit near bird banding site. Also several Cape Mays, Black-throated Green and Palm. Tommy Thompson Park located at south end of Leslie Street Don Graham Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] The Big Sit Results
Hello Ontbirders Wondering how we did? Tom Hince, Paul Pratt, and myself just wrapped up our Big Sit fundraiser for the Ontario Field Orthithologists. We picked a spot on the west side of the Tip of Point Pelee National Park. Park staff (especially Sarah Rupert) kindly allowed early access to the Tip and were very supportive. Many friends dropped by through the day offering support and even adding a bird or two to the list. The weather was a challenge but we sheltered under the tailgate of the van when the rains came and Kathi Cavanaugh Hince brought us hot coffee and a hot lunch to keep us going. Michael A. Biro brought some hot potatoes and a gnatcatcher. Mike Runtz snagged the only Bay-breasted Warbler of the day. The top birds were a heard only Smith's Longspur (rattle call), six Red-throated Loons, 20 species of warblers, and all three scoters. Big misses were American Crow, Chimney Swift and Red-bellied Woodpecker. And drum roll please.. the grand total was 110 species smashing the previous Pelee Big Sit record! Thanks to all those who contributed to the OFO fundraiser (visit www.ofo.ca to contribute). It was fantastic for us to do a big day together after almost seventeen years (since breaking the North American big day record!). Thank you, Tom, Paul and Bruce Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Point Pelee NP Bird Migration Report -May 12
Despite the cool wet weather, it has been an awesome morning. A fall-out of sorts occurred and bird activity is very good. Best birds reported so far are a RED-THROATED LOON, and ACADIAN FLYCATCHER. The Tip was quiet first thing but by 8 am, many warblers and other migrants were found. Offshore there were all three scoters, and a COMMON GOLDENEYE. COMMON, FORSTER'S and BLACK TERNS were also seen. WILSON'S, BLACKPOLL, CAPE MAY, among other warblers were seen south of the Washrooms at the Tip. Woodland Trail was quite good as well. A WHITE-EYED VIREO was found near the south end of Redbud Trail. A CANADA WARBLER was near bridge A, and several NORTHERN WATERTHRUSH were seen. Three MOURNING WARBLERS have been reported from various parts of the trail. As well, a SUMMER TANAGER female was reported from near Post 6. Just south of the Visitor Centre, a CLAY-COLORED SPARROW was found. The PROTHONOTARY WARBLER reported from bridge F was singing again this morning. Tilden Woods was awesome as well, with 15 species of warbler seen so far. A good number of CAPE MAY WARBLER, several WILSON'S WARBLERS, and NORTHERN WATERTHRUSHES. A SOLITARY SANDPIPER was found near the north end of the seasonal trail. Throughout the Park over 24 species of warbler have been reported. Good Birding, Festival of Birds Hike Leaders Pete Read, Karl Konze, Justin Peter, Jean Iron, Geof Burbidge, Emma Burbidge, Chris Earley, Chris Coultier, Dave Milsom, Bruce DiLabio, Jessica Linton, Jeremy Bensette, Amanda Guercio, Dylan White and Paul Pratt. The Festival of Birds runs from May 1 - 21. For a detailed schedule visit: www.festivalofbirds.ca For highlights and other updates follow us at www.twitter.com/PointPeleeNP The Festival is brought to you by Parks Canada - Point Pelee National Park and the Friends of Point Pelee. Hikes are generously supported by Quest Nature Tours. Shorebird Viewing Nights are brought to you in partnership with Ontario Field Ornithologists and Essex Region Conversation Authority and Pelee Wings Nature Store. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] White-eyed Vireo, High Park - Toronto
Observed and very cooperative at far northeast corner of park in shrub growth, north end of green lawn. Approx 50 m from intersection of Keele and Bloor. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
