----------------------------------------- Cumulative May total for Pelee Island: 202 species ----------------------------------------- OSPREY on parsons Increased number of FLY CATCHERS including a YELLOW-BELLIED FLYCATCHER that was banded by PIBO Several species of WARBLERS including CANADA and MAGNOLIA There seems to be more activity at Lighthouse Point (North East) than at Fish Point (South West)
There will be daily bird hikes on Pelee Island until May 21. Cost is $5.00 which includes admission to Heritage Centre. Inquire at Centre at foot of West Dock for times and locations, and details on best birding areas and current rarities. The Heritage Centre is open from 10 am - 5 pm daily. 519-724-2291. The foyer contains a 'sightings board' listing May bird sightings (open 24 hours). Lighthouse Point is on the NE corner of the island, Sheridan Point on the NW corner, Mill Point on the SE corner, and Fish Point on the SW corner, due south of the West Dock. Pelee Island Bird Observatory (PIBO) continues its daily banding and census operation. For information about PIBO please contact the Heritage Centre. Pelee Island can be reached by ferry leaving Leamington several times daily. For times and reservations, call 1-800-661-2220. Pelee Island Heritage Centre West Dock Pelee Island, Ontario, N0R 1M0 (519) 724-2291
