[Ontbirds] Rondeau PP
Festival of Flight; Wood warblers were the star attraction today and good sightings lasted throughout the afternoon. Both Bennet Rd and Spicebush Trail were great places to be dazzled. Bennet Rd is closed to vehicle traffic and the park has benches spaced along the way so you can sit back and rest your neck. E-birders reported a total of 27 warblers. The Prothonotary's have started bringing moss to their nesting sites and are almost a given on Tulip Trail. 5 thrushes were seen missing only Hermit and 5 vireos were seen missing only White-eyed. Red-headed Woodpecker numbers have dropped and are becoming harder to find. With both Yellow-rumped and Blackpolls warblers observed the whole gambit of warblers in-between are available. Best day so far. Rondeau's Festival of Flight has 2 guided bird hikes daily from now until May 21. Check out www.rondeauprovincialpark.ca for details or call visitor Centre at 519-674-1768. Daily posting can be found on ebird or Ontbirds ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Long Point Update
Ontario birders, An update of the birds observed in the Long Point area to May 15 is below. In addition to all the expected species highlights include: Eurasian Collared Dove, Cassin's Sparrow, Harris's Sparrow, Summer Tanager and Yellow-headed Blackbird. For real-time updates from the area visit www.ebird.ca, and explore data from Norfolk County. To learn where to bird, explore the Long Point Birding Trail. You can help contribute to sightings in the Long Point area by submitting your sightings to eBird or by sharing them with us at l...@birdscanada.org. For more information on the research, education, and training programs of LPBOselect this link and check out the 2016 LPBO Program Report. Your best source for information about the birds and birding sites around Long Point can be found in A Birding Guide to the Long Point Area by Ron Ridout available at the LPBO Shoppe and BSC headquarters. ### The long-lasting low pressure system that remained over the area the beginning of May put a significant damper on migration but the tide finally broke May 9 when thousands of new arrivals streamed onto Long Point. The majority of activity the rest of the week was largely the leftovers from this main event until May 13 &14 when there was spectacular movement of migrants. May 14 in particular was one of those days when the conditions were just right - southerly winds overnight and light rain showers early in the morning which grounded tens of thousands of migrants. The activity was greatest between about 0700 and 1000 by which point most migrants had dispersed to the mainland. Despite there being great diversity the mix of species was still somewhat 'early' with more typical temperate migrants still being quite abundant. Expect diversity to remain high this next week as the majority of Neotropical migrants are set to move through. Given the forecast, there may not be much to slow them down. Highlights: Trumpeter Swan - A wing-tagged bird hung around Old Cut and the 'New' Long Point Provincial Park for the past week (M. Obs). An immature was also observed in the Turkey Point Marsh May 12 (TH). Red-throated Loon - There were daily sightings at the Tip (LPBO) with a high count of 30 May 12 (LPBO) and a single flyover at Old Cut May 7 (SJ). Least Bittern - One was observed at Breakwater May 5 (PD), and at Old Cut May 7 & 8 (MC). One was banded at Breakwater May 14 (LPBO). Northern Goshawk - One was observed at the Tip May 9 (LPBO). Sora - One heard at Old Cut May 4 and another May 8 (SAM). Numerous individuals can be heard and observed at the Port Rowan Wetland. White-rumped Sandpiper - One was observed in a flooded field on Hwy 24 north of Turkey Point May 4 (TH). Long-billed Dowitcher - Two were observed at Dedrick Creek on Concession 1 May 4 (RR). Lesser Yellowlegs - A record 205 Lesser Yellowlegs were counted in the Big Creek lowlands at the East ¼ Line May 7 (RR). Little Gull - One was observed flying over Old Cut May 4 (SAM). Lesser Black-backed Gull - Two were observed at the Tip May 7 and one May 9 (LPBO). Glaucous Gull - A second-year bird was observed at The Tip May 4 (MI). Eurasian Collared Dove - One was observed at The Tip May 9 -10 (LPBO). Eastern Whip-poor-will - One was heard at Breakwater May 9 and numerous are establishing territories elsewhere on Long Point (KC). Peregrine Falcon - One observed at Breakwater May 3 and at the Tip May 14 (LPBO). Willow Flycatcher - First of the year was heard at the BSC Headquarters May 11 (SAM). Olive-sided Flycatcher - The first of the year was observed at the Tip May 9 (LPBO) and another at Old Cut May 14 (SAM). White-eyed Vireo - One observed at The Tip May 10 (LPBO). Yellow-throated Vireo - One was observed at the Tip May 9 and one was banded May 13 (LPBO). Tufted Titmouse - At least two birds were observed daily at Old Cut (M. Obs). Sedge Wren - One was observed at The Tip May 9 (LPBO). Warblers: 30 species were observed throughout the period with 20 to 25 on a daily basis. Cerulean Warbler - One male was observed at Old Cut May 14 (SAM). Louisiana Waterthrush - One was banded at Breakwater May 4 (LPBO). Golden-winged Warbler - An adult male was banded at Old Cut May 10, a pair was banded May 13 (LPBO), and a male was observed on May 14 (SAM). Lawrence's Warbler - One was observed singing the Golden-winged song at Old Cut May 12 (BB). Prothonotary Warbler - One was observed at the Tip May 11 (PD) and an adult male was observed singing at Old Cut May 14 (SAM). Orange-crowned Warbler - One was observed at the Tip May 7 (LPBO), one was observed at Old Cut with another banded there May 14 (LPBO). Hooded Warbler - One was banded at Old Cut May 3 with others observed May 5 and 7 and banded at Old Cut May 12 and 13 (LPBO). Cassin's Sparrow - The same individual was observed again at the Tip May 12 (CM). Grasshopper Sparrow - One was banded at the Tip May 14 (LPBO).
[Ontbirds] Pt Pelee today May 15th
Hello birders At 12:45 my wife Diana and I had a female Blue Grosbeak at the cactus field and at 8:30 a male Cerulean Warbler just south of the tram loop at the tip. Cheers Mike and Diana Williamson Sent from my Samsung galaxy ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Ruby throated hummingbird
There was a ruby throated hummingbird in my garden on Albert St in Cookstown a few minutes ago. Diana Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Rondeau PP
Festival of Flight; Lots of activity and song in the park today. Both Yellow-rumped and Blackpoll warblers are being seen so that means everything in between is possible as well. Spice-bush Trail and Bennet were good this morning with both Cerulean and Hooded Warblers. Also on Spicebush several Scarlet Tanagers plus one Summer Tanager. Rondeau's Festival of Flight has 2 guided bird hikes daily from now until May 21. Check out www.rondeauprovincialpark.ca for details or call visitor Centre at 519-674-1768. Daily posting can be found on ebird or Ontbirds ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Pelee: Blue Grosbeak
Still showing well cactus field. Bruce Bruce Di Labio 400 Donald B. Munro Drive P.O. Box 538 Carp, Ontario, K0A 1L0 Cell: 613-715-2571 ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Point Pelee NP Migration Update - May 15, 2017
Great weather greeted birders today. Another sunny day in the park! Though bird numbers were somewhat low, there was a good selection. The highlight of the day so far is a female BLUE GROSBEAK photographed and still being in the Cactus Field. At the tip, a flock of RUDDY TURNSTONE and another of BLACK-BELLIED PLOVER was observed, and a male CERULEAN WARBLER was observed south of the tram stop. A total of 25 species of warblers were reported from various areas in the park with Tilden and Woodland being the busiest. Other birds of note included NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD near the tip, LEAST BITTERN calling along Shuster Trail, and HOODED WARBLER along Post Woods Trail. Good Birding, Festival of Birds Hike Leaders Pete Read, Karl Konze, Todd Pepper, Justin Peter, Jean Iron, Geof Burbidge, Emma Burbidge, Ian Shanahan, Chris Earley, Chris Coultier, Dave Milsom, Dave Jolly, James Lee, Tony Beck, Bruce DiLabio, Jessica Linton, Jody Allair and Paul Pratt. The Festival of Birds runs from May 1 - 22. For a detailed schedule visit: www.festivalofbirds.ca For highlights and other updates 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. Shorebird Viewing Nights are brought to you in partnership with Ontario Field Ornithologists and Essex Region Conversation Authority and Pelee Wings Nature Store. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Blue grosbeak female redound point Pelee
Have redound the female blue grosbeak I just reported. In the south end of the cactus field in a very dry spot. 10:30. May14 Pete Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
Re: [Ontbirds] Kirtland's Warbler @ Pelee Island
I (obviously) do not use ONTBIRDS much, because I did not know that there could be such a delay in messages being delivered (it is possible it was routed via the US [?] since I sent it from the middle of Lake Eire). In any event, I apologise for not making it clear - the bird was found Sunday morning, May 14, not "this morning," May 15. I should have specified the date in the original post. (It has not, to my knowledge, been seen since, though we managed to send several parties up from Fish Point to look for it). Cheers,Peter Original message reads: Found this morning at Sheridan Point at 0820. Was foraging and singing vigorously in bushes on th SW side of Sheridan pt. Road, just opposite the Vin Villa gate. To reach Sheridan Point road, from West Dock drive about 6 km due N on West Shore Rd, and turn left just past the Anchor and Wheel Inn. Peter Coo(and Dawn Miles) ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] White-winged dove
Bird is still here this morning, calling somewhat frequently. Kelly and I will leave the side gate open shortly for anyone who missed it yesterday. Please park on the east side of the road where spots are provided. 337 Robson Rd Leamington Tern In Heidi and Kelly "The Camo Girls" Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
[Ontbirds] Kirtland's warbler @ Pelee Island
Found this morning at Sheridan Point at 0820. Was foraging and singing vigorously in bushes on th SW side of Sheridan pt. Road, just opposite the Vin Villa gate.To reach Sheridan Point road, from West Dock drive about 6 km due N on West Shore Rd, and turn left just past the Anchor and Wheel Inn.Peter Coo(and Dawn Miles)Sent from my BlackBerry 10 smartphone on the Bell network. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide Visit the OFO Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OntarioFieldOrnithologists
