I look forward to evidence of increased waterfowl nesting in the refurbished Cranberry Marsh wetlands this spring. If you gingerly creep up to any of the 4 wetland areas, so as not to spook the birds, you may get closeup views of up to 7 prs. of Blue-winged Teals, along with 2 prs. of Wood Ducks and many other waterfowl species. Problem--advancement may cause the birds to fly off to hide amongst the cattails. Best time of day is before 11AM.
Among several waterfowl species on the waterfront were many Red-breasted Mergansers. Cranberry Marsh is at the foot of Hall's Rd. in southwest Whitby, it being 1 block east of Lakeridge Rd., and is accessed south from Bayly/Victoria St. Doug Lockrey, Whitby ON
