Hello Ontbirders
I just received information of a Swallow-tailed Kite observed this
morning (around 8:30am) flying from northeast to southwest along the
shores of Crosby Lake. Crosby Lake is west of Perth, north of Westport.
Although I can't confirm this sighting, Pete Stothart, the observer,
provided a very credible report, enough to warrant this posting. He
described the unmistakable character and behaviour of this species, and
referenced his use of specialty "hawk" field guides.
He made his observation from his home on the Southeast shores of Crosby
Lake.
For more information, contact Pete at: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Directions:
From Hwy 7, Perth - take Hwy 6 (Christie Lake Rd) southwest, to the
village of Althorpe. There are several small roads leading to the north
shores of Crosby Lake from both sides of Althorpe.
From Hwy 10, Perth - turn right on Lennon Road. this road leads to
Little Crosby Lake Road, and access to the southeast side of the lake.
From Hwy 15, Crosby - take Hwy 42 west to Westport. Continue northwest
on Hwy 36, turning right onto Big Crosby Lake Road. This road branches
into several smaller roads accessing the south side of the lake.
Note that there are several access points to different part of the lake
from each of these directions.
Good Luck and Cheerio
Tony Beck
158-B Woodridge Cr.,
Ottawa, Ont.
K2B 7S9
(613)-828-5936
website: http://www3.sympatico.ca/beck.tony/
