49 birders joined the OFO outing today to Minesing Swamp. 79 species were
recorded. Best finds were a Ruff on McKinnon Road at the new service road to
the west marked " environmentally sensitive". It was partially black on the
hood and neck.
Altogether 8 species of shorebirds and 14 waterfowl species were seen,
including Solitary and Pectoral Sandpiper, Dunlin and Wilson's Snipe, Pintail,
Redhead and both Teal. Other good finds were singing Pine Warbler,
Northern Waterthrush and Purple Finch, Ruffed Grouse, Bald Eagle, Cliff
Swallow, 4 Ravens, and 5 Woodpecker species.
Many thanks to all who assisted with identifications and the "loan" of
their scopes.
Dave [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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