Hi all Bobolink lovers -
I am looking for some direction on protecting at least six pairs of
Bobolinks in the hay-fields at 3239 Dundas Street West in Oakville. As
I understand the situation the local farmer is likely to cut hay
around the first of July which will be too soon for the nestlings. Who
can help me with convincing the farmer to delay the cut? Also who can
help with determining the criteria for a safe time so that the maximum
number of fledglings survive?
Thanks to Ms. Hiscox who alerted me to the decline of Bobolinks and
also to the good write-up in Curry. I also saw the USGS
recommendations on the web. But now we need a specific plan for this
patch of meadow. The property is owned by GE Water and there is no
problem convincing GE management to be as earth-friendly as possible.
It will be the farmer who may take a financial hit as a result of the
delay.
Thanks in advance for your help.
You can reply to this email or call me.
Eric Harrison
905 637 6560
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