Afternoon birders, A number of interesting new birds were found and reported this afternoon around Rondeau.
My guided hike group found a Yellow-throated Vireo on Bennett Road and a Hooded Warbler on Spicebush Trail, 1 of 2 being seen there today in addition to one on South Point trail. One of the two continuing Yellow-throated Warblers was seen again at the Mcarthurs' cottage. A hybrid, Lawrence's Warbler was a highlight this afternoon seen by a group on Bennett Rd. near the middle of the 3 benches. Other notable sightings around the park include White-eyed Vireos at a few locations including one behind the Visitor Centre bird feeder and several on South Point Trail, where Blue-winged Warbler was also seen. 15 species of warblers have been reported so far today. Finally, a Brewster's warbler was seen last evening on South Point trail. Thank you to everyone who contributed sightings and please continue to do so at the Visitor Centre. More information on the park's nature programs and the Friends of Rondeau is available at the Friends' website: www.rondeauprovincialpark.ca. Directions: Take exit 101 from Highway 401 and drive South 16 km on Chatham Kent Road 15. Turn right and follow the signs to the park. The Bird Sightings Book, Bird Sightings Board, Bird Checklists and other relevant information are to be found at the Visitor Centre. To reach the Visitor Centre from the park Gate, travel 6 km South on Rondeau Road to Gardiner Ave., then follow it around the bend to the parking lot. Reuven Martin Friends of Rondeau Bird Guide _______________________________________________ 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/
