[ONTBIRDS] Sandbanks Park: Eared Grebe

The Eared is off the dead end of Salmon Pt Rd. Park at the fence line then scope Athol Bay to the N. It was by itself about 400 m offshore. 45+ HOGR in the bay today (likely more) too. Good birding Jon -- Ontbirds and Birdnews are moderated email Listservs provided by the Ontario Field

[ONTBIRDS] Barnacle Goose at Andrew Haydon Park

Western bay of AHP in Ottawa. Off of Carling Ave -- 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 of provincially rare birds. To post a message on Ontbirds, send

[ONTBIRDS] Red Knot and Hudsonian Godwits at Farran Park

Farran Park is located off of Highway 2 near Ingleside ON. Park at the registration building at Farran and then walk west along the bike path, approx 400 meters. Scope recommended. Good birding Jon -- Ontbirds and Birdnews are moderated email Listservs provided by the Ontario Field

[ONTBIRDS] Acadian Flycatcher at Sandbanks Provincial Park

The Acadian was with several Red-eyed Vireos and a Least and “Traill’s” at the S end of Salmon Point Road. It was slowly moving N through the tree line, on the W side of the road, when I left the site. I took five or so documentation shots, which I’ll include in an eBird checklist later this

[Ontbirds] Kingston: Gyrfalcon

Ontbirds subscribers: Just had a grey morph Gyrfalcon on Wolfe Island. 7th concession, about 150 meters south of Bennett Road. It was exceptionally large to the eye; even slightly larger than a Red-tailed Hawk. It hunted a Canada Goose, taking several stabs at it! Good birding, Jon

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Tufted Duck continues at Shirleys Bay

The Tufted Duck continues just east of Shirleys Bay boat launch. Accessed via Rifle Road, from Carling Avenue. FYI this is my final update! Good luck and good birding Jon ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Tufted Duck

The female Tufted Duck continues at Shirleys Bay-east (as of the latest report, just after 2:00 PM). It is loosely associating with a raft of Common Goldeneyes. Birders are viewing the bird from a point-of-land along the shoreline about 150 meters east of the boat launch. Alternatively, birders

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Tufted Duck update

The female TUDU has flown from its original spot. I have lost it after running to my car to post the update. I cannot refind it. Hope is that it flew east toward Dick Bell/Andrew Haydon Park. Will repost accordingly if it is refound Jon ___ ONTBIRDS is

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Tufted Duck

I have a bird that is very promising for female Tufted Duck at Shirley’s Bay boat launch. It is about 200 meters out and slightly east of the boat launch. Heavy snow isn’t helping viewing but I noticed very promising field marks including a short tuft at the rear of its head Will update shortly

[Ontbirds] Two Western Sandpipers, Presqu’ile Park

I have just found a (presumed male) Western among the Semi-sands. A much more subtle, shorter-billed individual, with notch near the tip. A fun ID challenge for visiting Birders! Beach 2 continues to be the spot to view shorebirds. I will post photos of the short-billed WESA when I upload my eBird

[Ontbirds] Western Sandpiper continues at Presqu’ile Park

Just a lil heads up that the Western continues at Presqu’ile Park as of noon today (3 September). Hundreds of shorebirds are concentrated between beach 2 and 3, providing great study. A Merlin is making the occasional pass or two, but the shorebirds return in little time. Good birding, Jon

[Ontbirds] Ojibway Park: Yellow-throated Warbler

For anyone birding the Windsor area today: just had a YTWA among 16 other Warbler species along the “Savanna Loop” of Objibway. I am standing along the trail where it passes over a swamp. The flock is slowly moving north at this time. Also had a singing male Cerulean and a silent female in with

[Ontbirds] Bowmanville: Worm-eating Warbler

The WEWA continues at Westside Marsh. We parked and took the leftsife trail into the woods. About half way around the loop, with a small marsh to our left and the woods to the right, we took to a seasonal trail which cut into the woods themselves. The WEWA is about 100 m along that trail, probing

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting update

Ontbirds subscribers: Please note that as of this evening, I am signing off and that this will be my final update on the status of Ottawa's Lazuli Bunting. Unfortunately, birders have continued to step over the boundaries that I have worked so carefully with Denise to establish. Today's

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting update

Ontbirds subscribers: On Monday, February 4th, the Lazuli Bunting showed well, visited a small copper-topped millet feeder at Denise's neighbour's place (the neighbour to the N) throughout much of the day yesterday. Millet seed mix has also been placed on the trail just N of the neighbour's

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting new plan moving forward...

Ontbirds subscribers: Just finished chatting with Denise and her husband. Where we ended off, was: "We don't want to keep you guys from seeing the little guy, just don't want to see you (birders) and don't wish to be seen by you (birders)." Nice to end on a good note. However, here's the new

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting update

Ontbirds subscribers: I just received a text from Denise Smith; she shared an image of birders lingering directly behind her yard this morning. In talking with her, I came to realize that she has switched her tune and it's just about the beginning of the end. The incident this morning appears to

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting update

Ontbirds subscribers: I'm not sure of the level of birder coverage today, but, sadly, there were no reports of the LAZB. Hopeful thinking here, but, who knows...it could still be in the neighbourhood! Good luck if you decide to try for the bird this weekend, Jon

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting update

Ontbirds subscribers: No reports of the LAZB yesterday (January 31st) and none so far today (February 1). Birders are considering that the bird could be visiting another feeder in the area; hard to say for sure, of course. I will post here immediately if the bird is refound. I will also post one

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting update

Ontbirds subscribers: To my knowledge, there has been a steady flow of visiting birders to the LAZB site since the crack of dawn. No reports today, so far. Good birding, Jon ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting PDF

Ontbirds Subscribers: Thanks for getting back to me about the faulty link I shared. I have now posted the PDF here: http://eontbird.ca/?p=12393 I've also just heard from a birder that the previously-pleased next door neighbour to Denise is now getting a bit upset that birders are preventing

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting update

Ontbirds subscribers: Please click the following link for a PDF update on the Lazuli Bunting: https://www.scribd.com/document/398582179/Lazuli-Bunting-details-PDF The PDF includes essential details, such as parking and how to access the viewing area. I figured a print-out is easier than sifting

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting -- parking update

Ontbirds subscribers: I have just heard the word that parking along the north side of Parkway is no longer a good idea. A resident is losing his cool over all the parking traffic, regardless of whatever explanation he receives in terms of why there's a sudden uptick in visitors to the area. He

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting update

Ontbirds subscribers: The LAZB continues at the feeder. Seen at 8:20 AM by a large number of birders. Just a heads up that I will be providing regular updates to this listserve until Friday evening. Busy this weekend, so it’s over to others at that point (ie meaning I won’t be able to answer

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting update

Ontbirds subscribers: The bird was last seen at 12:30 PM today. No updates since then, at least that I am aware of. Additionally, I recently heard from Jeff Skevington that he had chatted with the neighbour next door to Denise's property. This neighbour is fine to have people stand next to his

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting viewing access point

Ontbirds subscribers: Apologies for the spam, but sort of a preemptive detail here, as I don't believe I made this as clear as I could in my previous posting. You can only view the bird from the NCC property, which is located behind the home of Denise and James Smith. You cannot see her backyard

[Ontbirds] Lazuli Bunting visitation structure

Ontbirds subscribers: The homeowner's are Denise and James Smith. I've chatted with Denise by email this morning. I wanted to go over a visitation structure with her, once again, especially now that the bird has been re-seen. Ultimately, Denise would prefer that visitors visit anytime during the

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Lazuli Bunting details

Ontbirds subscribers: The bird was visiting feeders located in the backyard of 1265 Fellows Rd. in the Iris/Pinecrest Creek area. Please note that Mike and I checked for viewing possibilities from Fellows Road and there are none. Fellows Rd. is relatively narrow and fairly busy (school just down

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Gyrfalcon(s)

Ontbirds Subscribers: Eric Baldo just sent images of today's (January 11th) Gyrfalcon; it is a different bird to the continuing adult grey morph, which was first seen by Tony Beck and Nina Stavlund in early December. Today's bird is a juvenile grey morph! So, two Gyrs are hunting along the Ottawa

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Gyrfalcon

Ontbirds Subscribers: It appears as though the adult grey morph first seen by Tony Beck and Nina Stavlund in early December, and once again seen on Christmas day, continues. It was seen this afternoon (January 10th) from Britannia Point (Britannia Filtration Plant), which is the northeastern dead

[Ontbirds] Long Sault: Tufted Titmouse and Carolina Wren

Ontbirds subscribers: This afternoon I followed up on Bob Scranton’s sighting of a Tufted Titmouse at a feeder in the Long Sault region. While awaiting the titmouse, a Carolina Wren appeared at the feeder; it stuck to the edges of a blue spruce by the feeders. The titmouse appeared shortly

[Ontbirds] Sandbanks Park: Leucistic Long-tailed Duck

Ontbirds subscribers: Earlier today (30 November 2018) I was very surprised to find a leucistic female-type Long-tailed Duck at Sandbanks Provincial Park. I was viewing the raft of Long-tails from County Road 12, approx 150 m E of Hyatt Ln. The Long-tails in Outlet Bay appear quite happy with

[Ontbirds] Sandbanks Park: Pomarine Jaeger, Black Vulture, Iceland Gull..

At 1015 hrs this morning, I had an intermediate juvenile Pomarine Jaeger flying WNW from Salmon Point lighthouse, past my vantage at Lakeshore Lodge. It continued NW to the North Beach area. Additionally I have just redound the Black Vulture. It is with Turkey Vultures at the S end of Outlet

[Ontbirds] Sandbanks Park: Black Vulture

I just flushed a Black Vulture from Outlet Beach where it meets the rivermouth of Outlet River. It soared right above me. It’s still here now, coasting in the strong west wind. Park along County Road 18 nearest the Southeastern most part of Outlet Beach and walk through the park and to the waters

[Ontbirds] Point Petre: Pacific Loon

At 1108 hrs I had a PALO following the contour of the shoreline, approx 400 meters out. Flying E. A heads up for those birding the NWA! 8 RTLO and 1 LIGU are the additional highlights during my lakewatch (since 0839 hrs). Jon ___ ONTBIRDS is presented

[Ontbirds] Sandbanks Park: “Solitary” Vireo

Ontbirds Subscriber’s: I have just photographed and studied a very interesting “Solitary” Vireo. The bird was no more than 10 meters from me, foraging out in the open. It appears to be essentially a textbook Cassin’s in appearance as far as I can in the field. Because Cassin’s/Blue-headed is a

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Brant geese

Ontbirds subscribers: For the past two days, Brant geese have been foraging on the grass at Andrew Haydon Park. Today, the flock numbered approx. 90 birds. They are reliable at the west end of the park, near the shoreline of the Ottawa River at Graham Bay. Sometimes they are on the westernmost

[Ontbirds] Renfrew County: Sandhill Cranes in Pleasant Valley

Ontbirds subscribers: On Sunday, September 30th, a few of us birded along LaPasse Road in search of Sandhill Cranes. Norm Jones of the Pembroke Field Naturalists mentioned that the LaPasse area is where he'd been seeing cranes this fall. We located a small number of cranes along LaPasse Rd.,

[Ontbirds] Westmeath: Nelson’s Sparrows

Ontbirds Subscribers: An update to those considering the hike through the sedges both today (to and from the Old Airfield) and over the coming weeks. The water level along the Ottawa River here is similar to the level it was at this time last year. The walk through the sedges is a wet one, with

[Ontbirds] Presqu’ile Park: Western Sandpiper

Juvenile with Baird’s and small peeps, Owen Point. 1118 hours 401 to County 30 then S to Brighton then follow signs Jon -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821 ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists

[Ontbirds] Sandbanks Park: American Avocets

The Avocets returned and landed within 100 m of us while we were on the beach. Took a bunch of photos this time around. They flew NW and were quite flighty as there are still many beach goers. Outlet Beach near the outlet rivermouth is almost clear of people, so I’m hoping they return and settle

[Ontbirds] Sandbanks Park: American Avocets update

I drove to the NW end of Outlet Beach and scanned the gulls with my bins. No Avocets, unfortunately. Further along down the private beach I saw a few shorebirds which I think were Sanderlings, but I don’t have a scope. We are on the beach for the day and I’ll update if the Avocets reappear. Good

[Ontbirds] Sandbanks Park: American Avocets

While swimming at Outlet beach, quite close to outlet river, two American Avocets flew literally right over us! They were flying NW and seeking shore to land on. The beach is packed with swimmers, so they couldn’t land. After a while, I lost sight of them (was in the water, using my naked eye to

[Ontbirds] Marbled Godwit in Kanata

An update on the continuing Marbled Godwit We observed the bird at the location mentioned by Jeff Skevington at 1240 PM. As we were walking away we observed the bird fly past us, flying toward the bridge at Hazeldean Road where it crosses the Carp River. It appeared to land near that bridge.

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Sabines Gull

It’s been over 25 minutes since it’s been seen. Last observed heading E along river, near north end of Champlain Bridge. May in fact be a first summer bird (essentially adult body plumage with black and white mottling throughout the hood; not a deep, clean-black hood). On that note, photos will be

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Sabines Gull

Adult at Britannia Rapids near QC side. Stunner! Jon -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821 ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Arctic Tern continues

Just an FYI. Same location as previously mentioned. -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821 ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Arctic Tern

Single adult over rapids at Britannia Filtration Plant. From Britannia Road, location is NE end of Cassels Street. -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821 ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO)

[Ontbirds] Brant migration in eastern Ontario

Just a heads up to Ontbirds subscribers that I’ve incidentally observed nearly 1000 Brant while driving from Ottawa to Napanee. All skeins were heading north, with the largest comprising approximately 600 birds flying over the 401 about 5 km east of exit number 593. Good birding -- Jon Ruddy

[Ontbirds] Rondeau: Neotropic Cormorant

Just past the VC, walk the sandy path to the beach Lookout. The Neo was straight out from the path, bobbing in the calm closer waters. The bird was very dainty in build (short and thin bill, small skull, thin neck); had a dark face (I couldn’t detect any orange as in DCCO); and the clincher was a

[Ontbirds] Snowy Egret at Kinburn

I just received a text from Madison Irons. The Snowy Egret has returned to the flooded field on the west side of Highway 17, approx 700 m S of the Mississippi River. It was first observed just before 7 AM. She is without a scope, so she cannot confirm the presence of the Ruff. Good birding --

[Ontbirds] Ruff continues Kinburn area

The Ruff (possible Reeve??) continues in the flooded field on the west side of Highway 17 approx 700 meters S of the Mississippi River. No sign of the Snowy Egret. Apparently it flew west over highway at 6:15 PM -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821

[Ontbirds] Ottawa-area: Snowy Egret

Ontbirds subscribers: Posting on behalf of the finder, Michael Runtz: A Snowy Egret was found by Michale in the flooded field along Highway 17, north of Kinburn and south of the Ottawa Valley canoe and kayak retailer. The flooded field is on the west side of Highway 17, approximately 200 meters

[Ontbirds] St. Lawrence River: 6 species of geese

Ontbirds subscribers: Today I managed to find some noteworthy geese while birding along the St. Lawrence River, from Cardinal to Cornwall. My sightings of interest, from E to W, are detailed below: GREATER WHITE-FRONTED GOOSE: I tallied an adult among Canada Geese at the east bridge of Long

[Ontbirds] Presqu’ile Park: Harlequin Duck

Adult drake viewable from Lighthouse, looking NNE, approx 500 m out, between green buoy and red buoy. It is mixed in with Long-tailed Ducks. Regards -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821 ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the

[Ontbirds] Johnstown: Barrow's Goldeneye

I have just located a first winter drake Barrows among Common Goldeneye. A week ago I observed this same age/sex class about 5 km W of my current location. Perhaps the same bird. It is roosting and is one of the closest goldeneyes. Great views! Location: I am parked in the Johnstown United Church

[Ontbirds] Gananoque: Red-tailed x Red-shouldered Hawk

I am posting this on behalf of Brenda Evers: Today (3 February 2018) Brenda Evers observed an adult Red-tailed x Red-shouldered Hawk along Howe Island Ferry Rd. On 23 November 2016, Andrew Keaveney observed what appears to be the same bird 1 km W of Howe Island Rd., along Highway 2. Here is a

[Ontbirds] Kingston: Gyrfalcon

Our birding group was just treated to a spectacular view of an adult gray morph Gyr hunting Mallards. It was a beast of a bird; essentially raven-sized. We are on the Kingston ferry, heading over to Wolfe Island. The bird split the Mallard flock right in front of us! It was unseccesful in its hunt

[Ontbirds] Cornwall: Pacific Loon

I am viewing a Pacific Loon from Guindon Park boat launch. I am looking SE from the rocky shoreline just south of the boat ramp. The bird is quite far out in choppier water. Directions: from highway 2 (Vincent Massey Dr) turn onto Trilium Drive. >From Trilium, drive straight S to parking area of

[Ontbirds] Cardinal: King Eider

A female-type KIEI is resting on the rocks to the SE most point of Lock 27/28 along the St Lawrence River. This site is several kilometres west of Cardinal. Directions: From Highway 2, head S along Galop Canal Rd to its dead end. Walk S to southmost "finger" of locks then head E. The bird is

[Ontbirds] Long Sault: King Eider

The previously reported KIEI continues at Hoople Creek Bridge. West end of bay, S side. 300 m from bridge. Currently swimming and drifting NE. Good birding -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821 ___ ONTBIRDS is

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Large Alcid Species

I have what I believe is a large species of Alcid slightly beyond the limit of my optics, resting on the water at Shirleys Bay. Low profile and strong black and white theme are coming through in the heat shimmer. Just getting word out. I am parked at the Shirleys Bay boat launch, scoping the

[Ontbirds] Cornwall: King Eider

Female King Eider viewed from Guindon Park boat launch, just west of Cornwall. Accessed via Highway 2. The bird is mingling with Goldeneye 300 m east of boat launch Good birding -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821 ___

[Ontbirds] Long Sault: Red Phalarope

I have just discovered a Red Phalarope along Long Sault Parkway. I am at the east end of Macdonell Island, looking E. The bird is foraging approximately 400 meters from shore and is approximately 150 meters north of Royal Baker Island Good birding -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca

[Ontbirds] Algonquin PP: Dark morph Red-tailed Hawk

I am quite surprised to have accidentally flush an adult dark morph Red-tailed from a snag in a bog. I am walking Mizzy Lake Trail. Parked at dead end of Arrowhon and walked in from there. The bird was perched on the west side of the trail right beside West Rose Lake. It flew NW. Good birding --

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Razorbill update

Hi, This is an update for those considering traveling to Ottawa this weekend. The Razorbill was last seen just before 5:00 PM on Wednesday, November 1st, drifting/flying eastward. I spent some time scanning the Ottawa River this afternoon, from Bate Island to the east to Andrew Park to the west.

[Ontbirds] Razorbill now at Britannia Pier

Site is also accessed via Carling. Seen As of 1556 hrs. We are all migrating from Dick Bell to Britannia Pier now -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821 ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO)

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Razorbill

Continuing at Dick Bell. drifting east. Likely viewed from Andrew Haydon Park east as well Accessed via Carling Ave -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821 ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Razorbill

True magic! Just watched a Razorbill fly toward me in my scope view and LAND in the water just off Dick Bell Park. Currently viewing by looking W from Dick Bell. I am 150 m west of lighthouse. Jon -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Alcid...NO

No further updates to report. Multiple observers birded the river from 1:30 PM until sunset. As an FYI, my brain quickly "set" on Thick-billed Murre/Razorbill when I first observed it, but that doesn't mean much given the distance to the subject, the very strong west winds shaking my optics and

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Alcid species

I just located a very distant species of Alcid on the Ottawa River. It was flying from east to west, first seen near Britannia Pier then straight out from Andrew Haydon east (ie the "fulmar spot") It landed in the surf and I have not refound it. Time of observation was 1:20 PM Directions: Andrew

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Black-backed Woodpecker

Foraging and calling from pines adjacent to P6 along Old Richmond Rd. 1532 h. Directions: From West Hunt Club take Old Richmond S approx 600 m to NCC parking lot P6. The bird was calling from the pines just S of the parking lot Good birding -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell:

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Brant

A fallout of Brant has occurred along the Ottawa River. I'm viewing from Andrew Haydon Park east but viewing would be phenomenal from Scrivens Drive or from the parking lot to the east of Andrew Haydon. They are roosting right next to shore along "Ottawa Beach" Access points from Carling Ave

[Ontbirds] Westmeath Provincial Park birding notes

OntBirds subscribers: Today (30 September 2017) I visited Westmeath PP in search of Ammodramus sparrows. I wanted to put this note together for those planning on visiting this birding site over the next few weeks. The water level along the Ottawa River at Westmeath is approximately 0.5 m

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Sabines Gull

Juvenile currently flying around Shirleys Bay viewed from the dyke looking W. beautiful in morning light! >From Carling head N on Rifle Rd to Shirleys Bay parking lot. Note you must call DND beforehand (613 991 5740) and be an OFNC member to access the dyke Good birding -- Jon Ruddy Eastern

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Prothonotary Warbler

Posting on behalf of the finders, Richard Rowlee and Sheila Craig (whom aren't subscribers to this listserve). Richard sent a photo of a Prothonotary Warbler that he and Sheila Craig observed and photographed at Mud Lake in Ottawa. They saw the bird at approximately 11 AM this (Sunday) morning

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Long-billed Dowitcher

The juvenile Long-billed Dowitcher found by Mike Tate, Michelle Martin and Paul Martin continues at the Strandherd Road Storm Sewer. Regarding lighting, morning light is best when approaching from the Home Depot parking lot side; late afternoon light is best on the opposite side of the bank.

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Parasitic Jaeger

The adult light morph Parasitic Jaeger continues at Andrew Haydon Park east. Intermittently harassing Ring bills then resting on water. Directions: Accessed from Carling Ave. park in eastern parking lot and walk N to Ottawa River shoreline. Good birding -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Parasitic Jaeger

Firstly, thanks to B Campbell Stevens and Amy Lawes for sending photos of a unknown species jaeger they saw at ANdrew Haydon Park this morning. I just got on the bird; adult Parasitic.It flew from the west and landed in the bay along "Ottawa Beach" I am viewing from Andrew Haydon east but also

[Ontbirds] Presqu'ile Shorebirds

OntBirds subscribers: Today (8 September) from 3 to 5 PM, I birded from Beach 1 through to just north of Owen Point. The shorebirding was excellent, with contentrations of birds from approximately Beach 2 through to just past Beach 3. The shorebird species I encountered, ranked by number-of, are

[Ontbirds] Lanark County: Common Nighthawks

Just a heads up...numerous small flocks (10-15 birds) of CONI seen from Hwy 7 while I drove from Maberly to Carleton Place just now (6:15 PM - 7:00 PM). Potential widespread push of migrants?? -- Jon Ruddy Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca Cell: 1-613-558-6821

[Ontbirds] Presqu'ile: Red Knot

A heads up that a juvenile is with other shorebirds seen at approximately the half way point between Beach 2 and 3. Great shorebirding, with other birds of note including eight juvenile Baird's, Stilt Sandpiper (juv), Ruddy Turnstone (juv), and Dunlin (juv). Good birding! Jon -- Jon Ruddy

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Audubon's YRWA (possible)

At 0915 h, I had a possible female (possibly a first year bird) Audubon's on the ridge at Britannia C.A. The bird had a faint yellowish blush to the throat but what really caught my attention was it's very plain appearance, especially to the head and throat; essentially devoid of any field marks

[Ontbirds] Brockville: Yellow-crowned Night-Heron

Hi there, I am reporting this on behalf of Helen McKay of the Rideau Lakes Birding Club: At 8 AM on 15 June, the Rideau Lakes Birding Club observed an adult Yellow-crowned Night-Heron on the grass right near the parking lot of Mac Johnson Conservation Area. Helen just shared some of her

[Ontbirds] Murphys Point PP: American White Pelican

While walking along Silver Queen Mine trail, a white pelican flew over the trail, heading NW. I was approx 400 m down trail from main trailhead Time was 1146 h Jon -- Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Arctic Tern

Hi there, This morning, dropped by the Moodie Drive Quarry pond and birded there from 9:45 until 10:15. Among the approximately 10-12 Common Terns was an Arctic Tern. The Arctic was identified in flight from the following suite of characters: slightly more buoyant flight immediately caught the

[Ontbirds] Pelee: Kirtlands

Kirtlands refound. from VC side road to West Beach. Head along seasonal trail, 250 m S, overlooking west beach. Looking west 1008 h -- Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the

[Ontbirds] Smiths Falls: American White Pelicans

Hi there, I just received a report (with photos) of two American White Pelicans visiting a bay on Lower Rideau Lake, just south of Smiths Falls. The observer mentioned that they've been there for a week now. The birds are located near the southwestern edge of Slab Island, apparently frequenting a

[Ontbirds] Toronto: Nominate Iceland Gull

Hi everyone, On both Thursday and Friday (April 13th and 14th) I observed what I believed to be an excellent candidate for glaucoides Iceland Gull at Ashbridges Bay Park. I have a point and shoot camera and my shots could never have helped in building a case for this subspecies! Coincidentally,

[Ontbirds] Hornemann's Hoary, Greater Common -- Manitouwadge

Hi there, Over a span of several days, while viewing the FeederWatch Canada camera set up in a backyard in Manitouwadge, I observed all 4 subspecies of redpoll: hornemanni, exilipes, rostrata, flammea. The Hornemann's (hornemanni) was present yesterday, March 2nd, and the Greater (rostrata) was

[Ontbirds] Gyrfalcon near Carleton Place

The adult gray phase Gyrfalcon is back at its favourite perch along Appelton Side Rd. See Mike Tate's post for directions to this site. Jon -- Eastern Ontario Birding eontbird.ca ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO) - the

[Ontbirds] Ottawa: Yellow Palm Warbler

Hi there, Today (24 April) at 1:00 PM, I observed a Yellow Palm Warbler (hypocrysea) along a trail within Maple Hill Park. I have X'd the spot on the trail where I observed the bird. All-round good spring birding throughout the trail system and along the adjacent Rideau River: Yellow-rumped