Subsequent to the identification by Michael Ferguson and Stan Long of a white morph Snow Goose earlier this afternoon at Reesor Pond, a Cackling Goose (presumed hutchinsii subspecies) was seen on the pond's north spit. Its small stature, foreshortened bill and vertical forehead were confirmed by three other birders. Redheads and a lone Black-bellied Plover (winter plumage) were also present.
Charles Smith Directions: Reesor Pond is located on Reesor Road, immediately south of Highway 7 in east Markham (43°52'40.58"N - 79°12'32.61"W). _______________________________________________ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to [email protected] For information about ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/
