Good morning birders, At least twenty-three species of warbler so far this morning seen by a collection of independent observers and participants on the Friends of Point Pelee Guided Hikes. Weather-wise, the skies are clearer than yesterday, with less wind coming in off the lake (today from the Southeast).
An ORANGE-CROWNED WARBLER was reported from the Woodland Trail. A GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER was spotted at the Tip, and a WILSON’S WARBLER at the Sparrow Field. A late PINE WARBLER was seen, and still some straggling PALM WARBLERS. Aside from the good numbers of warblers, a RUDDY TURNSTONE, DUNLIN, and an EASTERN BLUEBIRD were noteworthy sightings at the Tip. Some late PINE SISKINS persist. PHILADELPHIA VIREOS are being widely reported, and a single YELLOW-THROATED VIREO was found on the Woodland Trail. Good looks at the EASTERN SCREECH OWL remain reliable at its day roost near the Visitor Centre on the Woodland Trail. Good Birding, Festival of Birds Hike Leaders: Pete R, Karl, Todd, Justin, John, Ellen, Sarah, Jean, Ross, Peter M, Mike and Alvan The Festival of Birds runs from May 3-20 - for a detailed schedule visit www.festivalofbirds.ca For highlights and other update follow us at www.twitter.com/PointPeleeNP The Festival is brought to you by Parks Canada - Point Pelee National Park and the Friends of Point Pelee. Hikes are generously supported by Quest Nature tours. _______________________________________________ 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/
