[Ontbirds] Snow Buntings and Horned Larks (east of Ottawa) of

Hi Ontbirders: This morning there were several flocks of snow buntings and horned larks east of the Casselman area. The birds were mostly concentrated along Ste-Rose and Concession 19 to 21 with a flock of 250 snow buntings on Concession 21. A few mixed flocks (150 birds) of snow buntings a

[Ontbirds] Ottawa-Gatinea Nashville Warbler (re:)

Interesting the report on the Nashville Warbler. While visiting the FWG yesterday, someone mentioned having photographed a Nashville Warbler behind the visitor centre on Saturday morning (if I recall). I did not see the photo myself but she showed it to others from what I understand. I though

[Ontbirds] Bohemian Waxwings

A flock of Bohemian Waxwings was seen again today feeding in the same tree at the Fletcher Wildlife Gardens. I first heard them down by the canal. The flock took off in various directions in small groups. They were also perched in trees right at the entrance to the FWG along Prince of Wales.

[Ontbirds] Bohemian Waxwings, Ottawa

Further to Don's report, this must have been the same flock seen feeding in or near the backyard garden at the Fletcher Wildlife Gardens. Also a small flock of Starlings feeding on the berries at the same time. W. Hum www.pbase.com/golfpic > From: don.wi...@sympatico.ca > Date: Fri, 26 Nov

[Ontbirds] Evening Grosbeaks (Ottawa)

Hi Ontbirders: What a surprise and treat it was to see a flock of 10 Evening Grosbeaks at the feeders on Hilda Road this afternoon. Last time I saw this species at the Hilda feeders was about 3 or more years ago. Posting from my iPhone. Will post photos later. Happy birding. W. Hum www.pba

[Ontbirds] 14 Cattle Egrets. Ottawa

I have seen the stray Cattle Egret in past years but it was quite the treat to see so many together in one spot. I'll post a couple of photos later. They are here as of 5:50pm. W. Hum www.pbase.com/golfpic See original posting below for directions. Posted from my iPhone. > To: ontbirds@hwc

[Ontbirds] Snow Buntings (Ottawa)

Hi Ontbirders: Some of us were treated to close-up looks at Snow Buntings today on Petrie Island. Initially there were 5 but the number increased to 9 late in the day (counted every one). It's at the same location as in previous reports. The Lapland Longspur was last seen late Thursday. Two

[Ontbirds] Bairds and Blue-winged Teals (Ottawa)

Hi Ontbirders: Bairds Sandpipers can still be seen along the shore at the Easter part of Andrew Haydon Park. They were around up to about noon. Didn't see them in the late afternoon. In the same area approximately 18 or so Blue-winged Teals were resting in the water (very skittish). Thanks.

[Ontbirds] Great Egret - Ottawa

The Great Egret was seen feeding again this morning near the mudflats in the west most part of Andrew Haydon Park. A Great Blue Heron feeding in the same spot. Also seen this morning were Kildeer, 2 Spotted Sandpiper and a flock of 16 Least Sandpipers. Happy birding. W. Hum www.pbase.com/g

[Ontbirds] Spotted Sandpipers. (Ottawa)

My apologies. That should have been Spotted Sandpipers. I should get out of the heat :-) Pied-billed Grebes can still be seen in the storm management pond on Aquaview Drive in Orleans (east end of Ottawa). The pond is bordered by Lake Point on the one side and Silverado Crescent on the other

[Ontbirds] Great Egret (Ottawa) update

As timing would have it, by the time I walked back to the car and then backjust in time to see the Great Egret take flight headed eastward and then over to the Quebec side. It's likely to be back. > From: willott...@sympatico.ca > To: ontbirds@hwcn.org > Date: Sat, 10 Jul 2010 17:35:23 +

[Ontbirds] Great Egret (Ottawa)

While birding Andrew Haydon Park I saw 1 Great Egret feeing in the shallow waters at the west end of the park next to the mud flats near the marina. A Great Heron is at the same location. With the recent and ongoing heat wave, water levels are low in a number of places. If the low precipita

[Ontbirds] Hawk Owl (Moose Creek east of Ottawa)

Hi Ontbirders: The hawk owl at Moose Creek was seen perched this morning near the railroad tracks along Valley Street. There were early indications in the Fall this species was on the move with a couple of sightings near Montreal and one even in Vermont. Happy birding. W.H. Directions cou

[Ontbirds] Boreal Owl (Amherst Island))

From: willott...@sympatico.ca To: ontbi...@hack.org Subject: Boreal owl (Amherst IslAnd) Date: Sat, 16 Jan 2010 19:52:02 + Hi Ontbirders: Cloudy but mild day for a walk in the owl woods. Boreal owl was perched in the open about 15 feet up. At least 2 Saw-whets and 1 Barred owl. The Bor

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