[Ontbirds] White Ibis still being seen in Napanee, Aug 26th

2014-08-26 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Birders, At 5:05 PM, I got a text message from Elias Takacs advising me that the WHITE IBIS was still being seen, presumably in the same area it was previously reported. Would be worth a check in the evening and tomorrow AM. Directions. Get off the 401 at exit 579 and go south to Jim Kimmet

[Ontbirds] Yellow Crowned Night Heron at Sam Smith Park

2014-08-17 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
The most interesting thing about the bird is that it is a yellow crowned night heron. Currently giving nice views where David posted earlier. Qew to Kipling then go south to the park and park in south east lot. Walk east to small pond and its on north end. 289 456 6502 Len Manning et al. Len

[Ontbirds] Franklins Gull continues at Bronte Harbour

2014-07-26 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
I thhnk its worth noting that at times the bird flies to the inner harbour. Dan Macneal called to advise the bird was sitting on the blue roofed building in the inner harbour, but only visible from the west side of that building. Then the bird flew to the pier where it was previously reported,

[Ontbirds] Bobwhite, Saltfleet, well its here

2014-07-12 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Certainly the origin of the bird is in question but regardless its quite the bird and singing regularly on 10th rd e about 500 m south of ridge road, east side. Many photos and recordings obtained.anyway no matter its origins its an amazing opportunity.kudos to Nancy and rick. Qew Niagara exit 50

[Ontbirds] Lark Bunting, Amherst Island- Yes indeed, June 28

2014-06-28 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Birders, The Lark Bunting previously reported on Amherst Island was refound this morning by Lisa Teskey and viewed by a group of us. Photos taken. From the ferry dock take the only road south then right on 2nd concession. Travel quite a ways west past the jog in the road then left on McGinn.

[Ontbirds] Chuck-wills Widow persists in prince edward county, june 28

2014-06-28 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Birders, Since the bird is in no mans land, I thought an update would be appreciated. Lisa and I have just left the previously reported locale, south of the party town of Milford, prince Edward county, where chuck sang regularly for us from 9:20 pm till around 9:40pm, at which time the half dozen

[Ontbirds] White Pelicans, North Shore islands, hamilton,june 3

2014-06-03 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Hey, Already posted to hambirds. We are currently viewing. 4 of 4 Pelicans on the north shore islands along eastport drive. These pelicans are stunning at close views viewed from the path along eastport north of the cciw. Actually they just flew In the water so look there.Pretty obvious. Qew

[Ontbirds] Avocets at Hillman Marsh continue May 26

2014-05-26 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
All 4 still present at back of the marsh.Stunning! Photos taken. Hillman Marsh is in Essex county north of point Pelee and south of Wheatley. Len Manning LISA Teskey ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial

[Ontbirds] Laughing Gull update for Port Credit,May 24

2014-05-24 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
The update is that the bird has NOT been reseen today that I can tell. A thorough search has been conducted. There are many gulls here so it could be hiding in one of the groups on one of the docks or behind a boat. Directions. Qew Toronto exit Mississauga road go south to lakeshore, then go east

[Ontbirds] Piping Plover Red-necked Phalarope @ nonquon lagoons, port perry, May 24

2014-05-24 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Birders, The Piping Plover reported earlier at Nonquon Lagoons by Dave Milsom, is still present on the north east rock jetty in the 1st lagoon. In the south west corner, we discovered a Red-necked Phalarope. Both were photographed. The plover appears to have orange and green bands. The lagoons

[Ontbirds] Pacific Loon Pelee update

2014-05-17 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Bird is being seen from east beach north of sparrow field. About a km out. Len Manning Lisa Teskey Chuck Myers 289-456-6502 ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to

[Ontbirds] Kirtlands Warbler Long Point, Yes, May 9

2014-05-09 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Birders, The young male Kirtlands Warbler continues to be seen in the pine stands just east of the pumphouse at Long Point new provincial park. During our Visit the bird was seen twice before heavy rains dampened efforts further. It is associating with mixed warbler flocks and is quite active so

[Ontbirds] STILT SANDPIPER, Wilsons phalarope @ Hillman Marsh, May 8

2014-05-08 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Birders, A group of us are viewing a stilt sandpiper and Wilson's phalarope at the hillman Marsh in Essex county. Hillman Marsh is is Essex county on mersea road 2. North of point Pelee and south of wheatley. L.Manning J.Redwood B.Vaughan R.Poort K. McLaughlin 289-456-6502

[Ontbirds] Golden-winged Warbler, Pelee tip, May 7

2014-05-07 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
A large group of us are viewing golden winged warbler at the tip. Its on the west side of the main path leading south of the tram loop just south of the wooden boardwalk. 289-456-6502 freezing fingers Len Manning Lisa Teskey ___ ONTBIRDS is presented

[Ontbirds] Louisiana Waterthrush, Pelee Park May 5

2014-05-05 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Currently being seen with a Northern along woodland trail in flooded area around bridge F. From the Vc walk south along woodland trail following the lettered bridges. Call or text me at 289-456-6502 for any further details. My 1-800 number is currently offline. Len Manning Lisa Teskey

[Ontbirds] Franklins Gull at Blenhiem Lagoons good to go!

2014-05-05 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Thanks to Steve's post, a group of us have refound the Fraklins Gull at Blenhiem Lagoons. Wilson's Phalarope and Eared Grebe also present. Directions in Steve's post or call or text 289 456 6502 Len Manning Lisa Teskey ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the

[Ontbirds] Chat continues at pelee

2014-05-04 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
A group of us just had the YB chat in the cactus field which was posted by Lev fried yesterday. Bird is flying between brushpiles. Len ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird

[Ontbirds] Henslows sparrow continues at pelee

2014-05-04 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Being seen now directly across from sarengetti tree. 300 m north of tram loop. Very skulky Len ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For

[Ontbirds] 10 Marbled Godwits north of pelee park gate may 4

2014-05-04 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
First dike road just north of park gate. Across # 1102. Park near ship ahoy kayak rentals and look out to flooded field. 10 birds present. You'll see a horse here too. May the 4th be with you Len Manning Lisa teskey ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the

[Ontbirds] Long-billed Dowitchers, Milton May 2

2014-05-02 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Birders The Long-billed Dowitchers found initially by David Pryor are still present in a flooded field on James snow parkway in Milton.initially a group of 13 birds, there are now 7 remaining and viewed by a group of us. An excellent find by David. Qew Toronto to Bronte go north on Bronte.

[Ontbirds] Glossy Ibis flew out at 8th and Britania, Milton

2014-05-02 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Bird has flown south east towards 407. A group of us watched it go.Many ponds in area so bird could be anywhere. Just getting word out Len ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird

[Ontbirds] Painted Bunting,Huntsville,April 27

2014-04-27 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Birders, The male Painted Bunting continues at the feeders at 95 Glencairn cres. In Huntsville. A group of us had the bird near the burn pile close to the feeders in the backyard. Its roosting in the conifers and feeding every hour or so. Hwy 11 north from Huntsville. Exit old nort h road

[Ontbirds] Blue Grosbeak, Fullarton,April 21

2014-04-21 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Birders, The bird is present in the backyard at 6494 19th Line. Previously reported as going to the feeders, today it appeared in the yard at 8:50 Am and did not go to feeders but rather just flew about the yard. It liked the crabapple tree near the house and feeders. Photos obtained. Directions

[Ontbirds] Fish Crow,Bayfront Park,Hamilton,April 20

2014-04-20 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Hello, There is a fish crizzow hanging out around bayfront park in Hamilton. I just had the bird vocalizing and flying towards the Leander boat club east of the eastern most spit at the park. It is with a few other corvids and seems to be roaming the area. They came from the trainyard west of

[Ontbirds] American White Pelican continues at hamilton harbour, April 14

2014-04-14 Thread Leonard Manning via ONTBIRDS
Bird is present and resting on rocks on west side of island with cormorant nest poles. Seen from cciw parking lot. Qew Niagara and exit eastport drive. At first lights turn right at Canada centre for inland waters and view the islands. Len manning ___