[ONTBIRDS]Marsh Sandpiper - Thedford Lagoons, Lambton County, April 30

documented with photos and video. Good luck to those that make the effort tomorrow. The lagoons are on Ravenswood Line (Road 79), just before the south curve that leads to Thedford and about 1km east of where Northville Road turns southward James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services226-228

[ONTBIRDS]Fw: Gannet Ipperwash

Matt Parsons has the gannet near blue point, near brights grove, still southbound. Point Edward is a likely destination. Cheers, James H James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself

[ONTBIRDS]Gannet Ipperwash

Mike Bouman and I just had a juvenile Gannet south past Ipperwash beach towards kettle point Sent from my iPhone -- Ontbirds and Birdnews are moderated email Listservs provided by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) as a service to all birders in Ontario. Ontbirds is reserved for sightings

[ONTBIRDS]Rufous Hummingbird, Watford, Lambton County, Nov 9 and ongoing

remains happy with events going forward. Ebird checklist, with photos and video, here… https://ebird.org/checklist/S97684671 Cheers, James Holdsworth and Matt Parsons  'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche -- Ontbirds and Birdnews are moderated email

[ONTBIRDS]Western Sandpiper, Wildwood Lake, Aug 21..continuing.

haven’t actually been in awhile but, back in the day, the trail was marked with large rocks and a Ducks Unlimited sign. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand

[ONTBIRDS]Eurasian tree sparrow Port Franks

This is mostly a heads up to potential Bluff watchers, I had a low close flyby of Eurasian tree sparrow along Port Franks beach at about 7:50 AM heading north following the coast closely Cheers James h Sent from my iPhone -- Ontbirds and Birdnews are moderated email Listservs provided by the

[ONTBIRDS] Western Grebe update, Kettle Point, Nov 17

widely and moves rapidly. Cheers, James H et al. James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche -- Ontbirds and Birdnews are moderated email Listservs provided

[ONTBIRDS] Ipperwash western grebe update, nov 14

The western grebe went unreported all afternoon but scott connop had it off the end of army camp road - where the north boat launch is - at 5 pm. This is where mary and I first found it this morning so worth checking tomorrow. James H Sent from my iPhone -- Ontbirds and Birdnews are

[ONTBIRDS] Western grebe Ipperwash beach

There is a western grebe about 200 m offshore of ipperwash beach, swimming south west towards kettle point. Best viewing right now would be the end of West Ipperwash Drive at the boat launch. James h. Sent from my iPhone -- Ontbirds and Birdnews are moderated email Listservs provided by

[Ontbirds] ''Eurasian'' Green-winged Teal, March 30, Port Franks

Hey, There is a male ''Eurasian'' Green-winged Teal in a flooded field near Port Franks this morning. The field is 500 m south of Port Franks Road, along Hwy 21 - look for the big cell-phone tower adjacent. The creek just overtopped yesterday and has produced some excellent waterbird habitat.

[Ontbirds] 21 Gr. White-fronted Geese, Greenway Flats, north Lambton, March 6

Hey, I counted 21 White-fronts this morning in the Greenway Road area, south of Grand Bend, along with an est. 12,500 Tundra Swan and many other waterfowl. The geese were in flocks of 6 (at the junction of Blain and Haig, off River Road) and 12 and 3 flying east over River Road towards

[Ontbirds] Greater White-fronted Goose, Lambton Shores, Jan 4

Hey, Although not rare in fall anywhere in the south these days, a single adult White-front persists in North Lambton, a good bird for January.  Today I had it flying over Northville Road, about a km west of Thedford, with 2200 Canadas. It has been wide ranging and has been seen at the Port

[Ontbirds] Ipperwash Coastal Migration, Nov 7

absent. A moderate Herring Gull passage contained my first-for-fall Iceland Gull - a 1st cycle bird. Waterfowl were dominated by Bufflehead (475) and Common Goldeneye (150). To reach Ipperwash Beach - from Hwy 21 take Army Camp Road to East Parkway and choose a spot. James Holdsworth 'If one

[Ontbirds] Fwd: Least tern

Least tern reported back on Port Franks beach now Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: James Holdsworth via ONTBIRDS > Date: October 25, 2019 at 10:00:58 AM EDT > To: ontario birds > Subject: [Ontbirds] Least tern > Reply-To: James Holdsworth > > Ju

Re: [Ontbirds] Least Tern update

sorry, link didn't post... https://ebird.org/canada/checklist/S60912690 James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche On Friday, October 25, 2019, 11:13:59

[Ontbirds] Least Tern update

2019 - Port Franks--Beach - 12 species (+2 other taxa) eBird Canada Checklist - 25 Oct 2019 - Port Franks--Beach - 12 species (... Submitted by james holdsworth. James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times

[Ontbirds] Least tern

Just flew south towards Ipperwash 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

[Ontbirds] Least tern Port Franks beach now

There is a immature least tern on Port Franks beach right now. Many photos taken. Take outer drive to dolway to Rayburn to the beach check the spit area near the river mouth James h Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Sabine's Gull, Jaegers, etc., Ipperwash Beach, Oct. 17

Hey, There is currently a NW gale pounding Lambton Shores and it produced a fantastic shoreline movement this morning. From 10 to 12, I had a juvenile Sabine's, 6 Parasitic and one juv. Pomarine Jaeger, 5 Brant, one Red-necked Phalarope, 26 + Red-throated Loon as well as thousands of waterfowl

[Ontbirds] Nelson's Sparrow, Forest Lagoons, Oct 8

Hey, I had a Nelson's Sparrow this morning at Forest Lagoons. The bird was in the smart-weed / beggars tick along the east side of the berm that divides the two low lagoons - look for the life-saving stationin a sewage lagoon...I know, right? The two low lagoons were decent - among good

[Ontbirds] Port Franks Beach - Gulls, terns and Jaeger, Sept. 21

, around 9 am, but these feeding flocks tend to form up sporadically throughout the day, very often chumming in one of the local Jaegers it seems. >From Hwy 21, take Outer Drive to Dolway to Raeburn to the beach lot. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1

[Ontbirds] Parasitic Jaegers, Port Franks, Sept. 15

Hey, I had 3 Parasitic Jaeger (one sub-adult, 2 dark juvs) off Port Franks Beach this morning, travelling as a group and putting a pretty good beat-down on some of the local Ring-bills. When I left at noon there was still two birds, well out, sitting on the water. This area has perplexed me

[Ontbirds] Hudsonian Godwit, Thedford Lagoons, Sept. 11

, take Road 79 1 km est. to the metal gate on the right side of the road. Cheers, James Holdsworth and Don Graham 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Parasitic Jaeger, Little Gull, Port Franks, Sept 10

, including numerous birds still in juv. plumage. More details here https://ebird.org/canada/view/checklist/S59662548 To reach Port Franks Beach - from Hwy 21 take Outer Drive to Dolway to Raeburn to the parking lot Cheers,   James Holdsworth 'If one does not fail at times, then one

[Ontbirds] Long-tailed Jaeger, Port Franks Beach, Aug 30

/canada/view/checklist/S59372409 Conditions were clear, with moderate west winds although I think luck was more a factor than weather conditions as there was little else really moving offshore this morning. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo

[Ontbirds] Willet directions

Sorry that sent without directions - from Highway 21 Take dolway drive to Rayburn to the beach. It's a tiny beach and rapidly filling up with bathers so the bird will not stay long. James h Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the

[Ontbirds] Willet port franks beach

There is currently a juvenile Willet on the port franks beach. James h 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

[Ontbirds] Wildwood Shorebirds, Aug 4

, turn West onto Oxford Rd 28. You will then pass through the small community of Harrington. Just through the community turn right onto rd. 3. Travel exactly 1 km north.  On the east side of the road there is a berm dividing the lake from a containment pond Cheers,   James Holdsworth,  'If one

[Ontbirds] American Avocet, Forest Lagoons, July 30

Road. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Greater White-fronted Goose, Wildwood, Oct 11

, take CR 6 north from the 401 to CR 28. Go west through Harrington and take the 1st right [31st Line] north. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand

[Ontbirds] Little Blue Heron Update, Aug 17

. A scope would come in handy as it is fairly distant at times. James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche

[Ontbirds] Little Blue Heron Update, Wildwood Lake, Oxford, Aug 10

. James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO

[Ontbirds] Snowy Owls, Hwy 21 Huron County

Hey, There were two Snowy Owls atop power poles about 300 m apart along Hwy 21, just north of where 18 Mile Line joins the highway. This is about 2 km north of the bustling metropolis of Kintail. Maybe they're territorial..climate change and all that...lol. Cheers,  James Holdsworth

Re: [Ontbirds] Eurasian Collared Dove

of such [or hybrid] seems a closer match than Eurasian. Just my two cents Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche From: Chris Leys via ONTBIRDS <birdal

[Ontbirds] White fronted goose pittock lake April 7

Currently a single adult white fronted goose at the west end of pittock Lake Park opposite Roth park, along with 11 cackling geese . Sent from my iPhone ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding

[Ontbirds] Tundra Swans in SW Oxford, March 4

. Lots of assorted waterfowl is also present in the black muck fields. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche

[Ontbirds] White-fronted Geese, Beachville, March 1

Hey, I had 18 Greater White-fronted Geese at Beachville high pond this afternoon. The birds were only in the flooded fields for a few minutes before disappearing rapidly westward. Lots of diurnal movement nearby as well, with 4 Sandhills cranes very high, a 2nd cycle Iceland Gull following

[Ontbirds] Wildwood Lake Birds, Oct 6

Festival at Wildwood, with a huge Carp die-off that has provided an all-day buffet for those interested. Among the thousands of gulls taking part were also 5 juvenile Bald Eagles and an est. 175 Turkey Vultures. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo

[Ontbirds] Snowy Owl, Perth Co., May 22

This morning, there was a lingering, worn and grotty-looking Snowy Owl perched on a cattle corral at the intersection of Perth Line and Road 169. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has

[Ontbirds] Little Gull, Pittock Lake, May 5

than 5 minutes. Pittock Lake is located at the northern edge of Woodstock... Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO

[Ontbirds] Ingersoll Quarry Birds, Dec 28

the fences. Much of the quarry can be seen from the 35th line. James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche ___ ONTBIRDS

[Ontbirds] Oxford Birding Round-up, Dec. 3

Thorpe indicated the group had actually accidently strayed from their Perth County objectiveslol. East of the 29th [on the 31st line, 1st bridge] a 1st basic Lesser Black-backed Gull was found in the small gull roost there. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428

[Ontbirds] Dunlin, Pittock Lake, Dec 1

made a brief appearance near Beachville last week as well. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding

[Ontbirds] 18 Greater White-fronted Geese, Pittock Lake, Oct 17

still out feeding in adjacent fields. I'll check back later to check numbers as birds start returning to the reservoir. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario

[Ontbirds] Tavistock Lagoons, Sept. 10

. The lagoons are visible to the east but be advised they are all posted and the town has made no attempt to make these lagoons birder accessible. Stick to the edge, outside the fence. The drained lagoon is farthest east. James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo

[Ontbirds] Wildwood and Tavistock Shorebirds, Sept. 1

at the 1st light and park at the back of the park. The lagoons are visible to the east but be advised they are all posted and the town has made no attempt to make these lagoons birder accessible. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Common Ravens in Central Oxford

Foundation-supplied nesting structure. It has been quite a change in a few decades locally, with Bald Eagle, Osprey, Peregrine Falcon, Common Raven and [likely] Merlin all now breeding residents. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Cerulean Warblers, Tillsonburg, May 30

sure they are still in there, habitat is archetypal. To reach the site, take Hwy 3 to Bayham Drive. Go south to the ''Bridge out'' sign, brake heavily, e-brake if necessary. CERW were near the bridge. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services226-228-1428, jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Beachville Peregrine Correction

, not Carmeuse and the box is constructed of a marine composite material, not metal as I supposed. At any rate, the birds are using it so the CPF [and the Peregrines] are both obviously better judges of adequacy than I will ever be.lol. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting

[Ontbirds] Beachville birds, April 16

[the Beachville High Pond] held 75 Bonaparte's Gull, 5 Pectoral Sandpiper and 5 Lesser Yellowlegs. Butterflies represented well, with five species - Mourning Cloak, Gray and Eastern Comma, Milbert's Tortoiseshell and Cabbage White. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 226-228

[Ontbirds] Killdeer and Tundra Swans, Pittock Lake, Feb 3

, although their movement may have been only 50 km or so, given the numbers that have overwintered along the Erie shore. 120 Common Merganser were also newly arrived. Directions - take 59 Hwy to Pittock Park Road, park at the gates and walk in. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting

Re: [Ontbirds] Fwd: Smew - provenance comments

. And, I do say this in all hypocrisy, having not submitted any records since 2001...;] Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, jmholdswo...@rogers.com From: Frank Pinilla <fpinill...@gmail.com> To: ON

[Ontbirds] Bohemian Waxwings, West Woodstock and some Pittock birds, Dec. 2

access is possible at various points along the south >shore. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinan

[Ontbirds] Franklin's Gull at Pittock Lake, Nov. 14

Grebe. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, jmholdswo...@rogers.com 'If one does not fail at times, then one has not challenged himself.'' - Ferdinand Porsche ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario

[Ontbirds] Greater White-fronted Geese, Beachville, March 31

, north on the 43rd Line about 1km. Look for the flooded fields on the east side of the road. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-1428 [cell] - note - NEW jmholdswo...@rogers.com

Re: [Ontbirds] Common Raven pair near Beachville, March 13

Just an FYI - no matter the formatting used, Ontbirds tends to reformat anything sent from a Rogers account. Apologies for the crammed text.. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-1428 [cell] - note - NEW

[Ontbirds] Common Raven pair near Beachville, March 13

the river, then turn right into the parking area. The trail gate is directly east and the kilns are clearly visible about 300 m to the north.Cheers,   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519] 537-2027 226-228-1428 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Snowy Owls and Gulls in Oxford

an adult Thayer's and 1st cycle Lesser Black-back. Pittock Lake can be reached by taking Pittock Park Road east from Hwy 59 about 1.5 km to the park gates. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-1428 [cell

[Ontbirds] Yellow-crowned Night Heron, Col. Sam Smith Park, Aug 30

you reach the parking lot at the south end of Kipling in Sam Smith park. Walk east from the parking lot to the viewing platform . Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-1428 [cell] - note - NEW jmholdswo

[Ontbirds] Peregrine Falcon nesting in Beachville

Kestrel [almost entirely gone from the county centre as farm practices become ultra-efficient] and Ruffed Grouse, now confined to only the richest and most extensive woodlands in the county, and likely detrimentally affected by the surge in Wild Turkey numbers. Cheers,   James Holdsworth

[Ontbirds] Summer Tanager in Beachville, May 17

the Lime Pond trails; from Ingersoll Road take Domtar Road 150 m north, over the river, then turn right to the parking area. The trail gate is directly east and clearly visible. Cheers,   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226

[Ontbirds] Dickcissel in Beachville, May 14

the river, then turn right to the parking area. The trail gate is directly east and clearly visible. Cheers,    James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-1428 [cell] - note - NEW jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Common Raven, Beachville, April 16

into the parking area. The trail gate is directly east and the kilns are clearly visible about 300 m to the north.    James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-1428 [cell] - note - NEW jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Ingersoll Quarry Waterfowl and Gulls, Dec. 28

, but you will need your HT's to get a decent view. Cheers,   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-1428 [cell] - note - NEW jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented

[Ontbirds] Apparent Richardson's Merlin, Woodstock, Dec 5

of note were 5 Cackling Geese with the thousands of semi-resident Canada's. Waterfowl, in general, are trickling back to the lake after being forced out after a freeze-up a few weeks ago. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519

[Ontbirds] Northern Bobwhite, West Woodstock, July 26

with the milder winters, Oxford can once again have a self-sustaining Bobwhite population, even if it is sourced from released stock birds... Cheers,   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-1428 [cell] - note - NEW jmholdswo

[Ontbirds] Blue Grosbeak, Niagara region, June 3

in, and [be warned] it's a genuine bush-whack and there are enough ticks to last a lifetime - 57 on me was my high-count here. I don't know the ownership situation of the land in question but it was not posted. Cheers,   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6

[Ontbirds] Eared Grebe, Tavistock Lagoons, May 10

- several males in full alternate. To reach the lagoons, take Hwy 59 north of Woodstock to Maplewood Sideroad. Continue east to the 14th Line, go north [about 2 km] to the old RR tracks and walk in to the north-west -- the lagoons are visible from the RR line. Cheers,   James Holdsworth

[Ontbirds] Chuck-will's-widow, Woodstock, May 4

the Beachville Road, take Dougall Street to Marian Street. The woods is visible behind the houses. Cheers,   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Woodstock Chuck-will's-widow update

. Trust me, I have 20 years experience with this group.. Cheers,   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented

[Ontbirds] Willet, Hillman's Marsh, April 26

Hey, There was a single Willet in the shorebird cell at Hillman at around 5 pm today, along with small numbers of expected shorebird species.  Cheers, James Holdsworth and Jeff Gross   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226

[Ontbirds] ''Audubon's'' Warbler, Beachville, April 25

and in the vegetation. Cheers,   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists

[Ontbirds] Bonaparte's Gulls, SW Oxford, April 22

in moderate numbers. A pair of displaying Sandhill Cranes may have been a local pair. Most of the wet fields were located along Avon Drive, west of Culloden Road, and Pigram south of Avon. Cheers,    James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027

[Ontbirds] Eastern Phoebe persists at Ingersoll, Feb 4

the mini-golf and follow the trail west along the river. Alternately, you can enter from the north side by accessing McKeand Street and parking at the dead-end at the river. The water treatment plant is visible to the NE. Cheers,   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR

[Ontbirds] Eastern Phoebe, Lawson Park Ingersoll, Jan 7

the water outlet and listen for the birds chip note. This is the 1st January record of Phoebe for Oxford Co. From Charles Street West, turn right [north] at Wonham Street, cross the tracks and park beside the mini-golf and follow the trail west along the river. Cheers,   James Holdsworth

[Ontbirds] Warblers at Sedgewick Park and sub-specific ID

here would also be welcome, off-list would be fine. Cheers,    James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario

[Ontbirds] re; sedgewick park warblers

Ontbirders, Obviously there is some duplication between Jeff Skev. and my posts. He posted while I was composing, so, apologies for saying the same thing twice. Cheers,   James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell

[Ontbirds] Dickcissel, Woodstock, Nov 22

right on 11th line and park in the gravel lot 200 m up. Walk the trail to the large, sloping field on your left. The bird was towards the centre.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo

[Ontbirds] Cave Swallow, Kenesserie Road, Chatham - Kent, Nov 8

noted at this location [in small numbers].   Directions - Hwy 3 [Talbot Trail] to Kenesserie, south 2 km to the lake, where the road dead-ends.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo

[Ontbirds] Dark-morph Gyrfalcon, Woodstock, Nov 4

, look for Park gates on your right.    Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Cave Swallows, Purple Sandpipers, Port Burwell, Nov 2

and Provincial Park.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial

[Ontbirds] Dark-morph Broad-winged Hawks, Palmyra, Sept 10

from the same nest. Whatever the scenario, they are striking birds and a treat to see anywhere, anytime.   Cheers,  James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Marbled Godwit, Wildwood Lake, Aug 30 - 31

from the 401 to CR 28. Go west through Harrington and take the 1st right [31st Line] north. Alternately, give Line 29 a try - if it is open the bird is readily visible from the bridge. The Godwit was sticking to the north side, east of the bridge.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting

[Ontbirds] Northern Bobwhite near Woodstock, Aug 16

Ingersoll Road, about 2.5 km west of Woodstock.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Wildwood Lake shorebirds, July 11

Dash and Broad-winged Skipper present.   To reach the lake, take CR 6 north from the 401 to CR 28. Go west through Harrington and take the 1st right [31st Line] north.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093

[Ontbirds] Frigatebird at Clearville, 10 am Monday / July 2

is in Chatham-Kent and is east of Palmyra by about 7 km.   Linda will call with an update and I will post any changes. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Prairie Warbler's, Kaladar, May 9

the old road alignment, on the north side of Hwy 7.   The barren would also be of interest to butterfly enthusiasts; with Chryxus Arctic, Brown, Henry's and Eastern Pine Elfin present in numbers, as well as some neat alvar-type flora.   Cheers,  James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services

[Ontbirds] Green-winged Teal x Eurasian [Common] Teal, Tavistock, April 22

Harrington and take the 1st right [31st Line] and watch for the DU trail on the right.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Whooping Crane report from Ingersoll area, April 17

is long-gone today but observers farther north [along the Bruce perhaps] should keep a heads-up for the possibility.    Thanks to Dave Martin and Jane Bowles for forwarding this sighting.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027

[Ontbirds] Juvenile American Crows now calling

and will be more and more vocal. If in doubt, look for the fleshy gape at the base of the bill. Juvenile American's should show this for several weeks after fledging.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093

[Ontbirds] Pine Warbler, Woodstock, March 27

for the county. Makes one wonder what the heck is showing up at Pelee these days, beside Black Vultures. Anyone?   Directions - west of Woodstock about 2 km, Dorland Subdivision. I take it there will be few, if any, that want specific directions to such a common bird.   Cheers, James Holdsworth

[Ontbirds] Fish Crow !! Pittock Lake, Woodstock, March 24

the lakeshore and listen carefully anywhere in this area. Of course, the overwintering population of crows in the Woodstock area only numbers around 90,000, so it should be easy to re-find ;] Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519

[Ontbirds] Finches nesting in Oxford County

directions, please e-mail me privately.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists

[Ontbirds] 'migrant' waterfowl and other recent Oxford birds

always described them as ''everywhere'', even though it took me decades to find my 1st. Other parts of the county, such as the east and south-east, also have populations of this species, with the Old Stage Road and Patullo Road being very reliable in the past. Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological

[Ontbirds] more 'spring' waterfowl

To add to observations from both Alan and Margaret,  yesterday Ross Snider and I had 15 Northern Pintail flying over Hwy 7, just outside of Brooklin, north of Oshawa.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093

[Ontbirds] Vesper Sparrow, Beachville, Jan 5

bend. Note - although called a street, this stretch of road is gravel and known as ''Skyview Drive'' by the locals.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [NEW][cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Snowy Owls and Jaegers, Kettle Point, Nov 28

west to the lake. Look for the point with Kettle's..   James Holdsworth and Ross Snider    James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [NEW][cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Western Red-tailed Hawk, Windsor, Nov. 10 / 11

the Western Kingbird hybrid nesting occurred this summer.   To find the site, from Hwy 42, take Lauzon Road to it's terminus.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [NEW][cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com

[Ontbirds] Franklin's Gull at Pittock Lake, Oct 3 / 11

on Devonshire to Huron, north on Huron to the lake.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [NEW][cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented

[Ontbirds] Wildwood Shorebirds, Sept 20

] to the bridge.   Cheers, James Holdsworth, Biological Consulting Services 14 Marian St, RR#1 Woodstock, On, N4S-7V6 [519]537-2027 226-228-0093 [NEW][cell] jmholdswo...@rogers.com ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial

  1   2   >