A kingbird observed earlier this month in Prince Edward County, and as
recently as November 21st, is being identified by many birders who have
looked at the photo as either western/eastern kingbird hybrid, or possibly
even a Cassin's kingbird. The bird was first seen near 2168 County Road 7,
and later appeared in a birder's backyard at 2075 County Road 7 on November
17, 20 & 21st. The bird has not turned up since. As either bird would be an
exciting find in this area, birders are encouraged to check this area out in
the event that it may still be around. The kingbird was photographed,
perched on a rail fence, and repeatedly hawking after flies. Please e-mail
[EMAIL PROTECTED] if you would like to have a look at the photo and provide
your opinion on the identification. Although the photo is somewhat blurry,
enhancement by today's computer software programs readily show some of the
key features on the bird.
Directions: From Picton, take Bridge Street (east end of town at Stop sign)
down the hill and continue out of town. Bridge Street eventually becomes
Highway 33 (Loyalist Parkway). Follow to just west of the Glenora Ferry and
turn right onto County Road 7 to Lake-on-the-Mountain and continue on 7,
watching for the Civic Address numbers.
Terry Sprague
23 Sprague Road
R.R. # 1
Demorestville, Ontario
K0K 1W0
613-476-5072
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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