2009-02-16; Acting on a tip from another birder walking in Greenway Park, London, Ont. we located two male Green-winged Teal in full breeding plumage. This park borders the Thames River which is in flood today, though down somewhat from its peak a few days ago. Other regulars of note include Wood Ducks (2), Hooded Mergansers (12), Common Mergansers (10) and Bufflehead (5). We missed seeing the pair of American Coot that have been at that location for at least a week and were seen today. Greenway Park entrance is off of Springbank Drive west of Wharncliffe. From Wharncliffe, head west on Springbank to Greenside Avenue (2nd traffic light). Turn right at the light and follow the road toward the Greenway Sewage Treatment plant. Take the right turn just before the plant and head toward the dog-walking park. You can park there. Walk to the Thames River and head west (downstream) along the path. Scan the far bank, especially near fallen trees, for the teal, hoodies, and woodies. Hugh Casbourn and Betsy Baldwin
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