Hi Ontbirders.
Still a number of redpolls coming to the feeder on Hilda Road including a
leucistic one seen a couple of times this week including late Wednesday when
I last saw it. Looking at sightings on eBirds (Ontario) I see a couple of
Hoary's still being reported this week at the same feeder location. A
redpoll with an orange-coloured crown is being seen regularly too. I
consulted with a very knowlegeable and well known birder/naturalist who
explained that "colour variations seem more frequent in redpolls than in
many other birds" and that he's "...seen a few orange and yellowpolls over
the years."
Late yesterday, a Sharp-shinned was seen at the feeder and earlier this week
a Merlin paid a few visits as well. It was walking around under a
feeder...then flew up on top of a boulder allowing a great profile look for
about 20 seconds or so before taking off. A female cardinal appeared
lethargic (maybe something it ate) and allowed a closer approach than one
would expect of this species. Otherwise seemed alert and responsive.
PS. In addition, there are about 2-3 snowshoe hares that frequent the
feeders. Thanks.
Merlin posing on top of a boulder.
http://www.pbase.com/golfpic/image/133175400/original
W. Hum.
www.pbase.com/golfpic
Directions.
Head west along Carling to Rifle Road. Turn right on Rifle and right again
on Lois and left on Hilda.
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