This bird was found by Vincent Fyson this morning and was present on Frank Kenny Rd (also known as Cox Country Rd. ) until about 3.45 pm. The bird was in the flooded area east of the road at the bridge over the creek and remained there the total time. After 3.45pm the bird could not be relocated in this area. I just wanted to give a heads up to anyone who may consider travelling any distance tomorrow (or later) as to the circumstances of the flooding and Goose migration in this area. The area between Milton Rd and Frank Kenny Rd north of Russell Rd. floods annually and attracts huge flocks of Geese. By several estimates there are currently between 25,000 and 30,000 Canada Geese in this 1.5 km sq area. This obviously makes finding one similar looking bird rather difficult. This is not meant to discourage anyone from searching but rather to plan adequate time to search given the numbers of birds involved. We will update to Ontbirds any sightings as soon as possible. Michael
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