Hi Birders,
A rather late Wilson's Phalarope was mingling with Greater and Lesser
Yellowlegs at Blenheim Lagoons today.
There were many ducks, the bulk of which were wigeon.
Back at Rondeau Park early this morning, there were lots of birds, including
hundreds of Hermit Thrushes. Not many warblers, but the most notable was a
"Yellow" Palm Warbler at the churches south of the campground. There have
been a few this fall, as there were a couple last week. There was also a
late Indigo Bunting there as well.
On south point trail, there were a few Nashville Warblers and a large flock
of Yellow-rumped Warblers near the light beacon. Lots of sparrows including
quite a number of Field.
Lagoon Directions: Exit 401 at #90 (Communications Rd.) and head into
Blenheim. At the main stoplight turn right (west) onto Rd. 3. Travel about
1.5 km and turn right (north) onto Lagoon Rd. at the carwash, and continue
north about 1 km to gate. You must have an annual permit to enter.
Available at the Municipal Service Centre, 35 Talbot St. in Blenheim,
during business hours, fax (519) 676-0244.
Blake A. Mann
Wallaceburg
Chatham-Kent, Ontario
boatmannATkentDOTnet
