A Great Gray Owl in Essex is a exceptional occurrence. It is providing
wonderful opportunities for learning and viewing including photography.
Everyone who views this bird needs to be aware that it faces stresses
and challenges we barely comprehend. Caution has to be the guiding
principle. The fact that you can approach an owl does not mean the bird
is okay with your presence, sitting tight is used to conserve energy.
Always be careful, take extra care near hazards like roads.
I am starting to think that selective reporting of owls may not be a bad
thing, maybe owls should not be reported to Ontbirds at all. With the
expectation that the everyone follow the Ontario Field Ornithologists'
Code of Ethics, Ontbirds is NOT a platform for personal opinion on how
others should behave. Do not harangue the unwashed. Stick to simple
facts, if you feel the bird can be viewed safely, directions and viewing
guidelines can be given. If there are concerns, a cautious approach is
expected. Don't post. If you must, post without directions but explain
the situation.
The following is a link to OFO's Code of Ethics
http://www.ofo.ca/aboutus/ethics.php
Ontbirds' Posting Guidelines can be read at
http://www.ofo.ca/information/ontbirdsguide.php
No directions are given as I have not seen the bird or its situation.
Back to turkey and dreams of Bobolinks
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Mark Cranford
ONTBIRDS Coordinator
Mississauga, Ont.
[email protected]
905 279 9576
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