In spite of the dull, driizzly weather a few of us did venture down Hall's Rd. in southwest Whitby on Tues. Nov.2. Along the south pathway there were 2 EVENING GROSBEAKS (1 juv. male, 1 female).
At the south viewing platform there is a spectacular pigeon that I assume somebody decided to leave there-- it is very tame, and it feeds continually on the seeds left for the sparrows, hence befouling everything. I do hope someone will claim it. It is irridescent black with a white head (and thin black moustache), white tail and white primary wing feathers. Along Hall's Rd. were 3 Rough-legged Hawks and 3 Red-tailed Hawks. Exit 401 at Salem, asouth to Bayly, east through LakeRidge to Hall's Rd., south towards the lake. Doug Lockrey, coordinator Cranberry Marsh Raptor Watch.
