The Glossy Ibis noted by Bob Scranton was still present at 12:30 today. It was actively feeding. The bird is in the open wetland to the west of the abandoned spur line off Richmond Drive roughly midway between the tracks and the trees but it has moved around over the past few days. It could be adequately viewed with binoculars but a scope would be better. There is limited parking at a pulloff so if other cars are present and you need to park along the road, watch the narrow edge. You could head across the main line and park along the road. The walk over to the bird takes about 3-4 minutes and there is a wide open view. There was also a single Great Egret present. This location is an egret roost at dusk. Directions are as per Bob Scranton's post.
Brian Morin Cornwall Directions: To get to this area from the west, take highway 401 and exit at Power Dam Dr. ( You can't exit Power Dam Dr. coming from the east.) Go south to the old Highway #2 which is now called Vincent Massey Dr. At the stoplight turn right (west) and drive approximately 1 mile to Richmond Dr. Go north on Richmond Dr. and take a sharp left. At the bottom of the hill, is a walking path up to the abandoned spur line. If you cross the railroad you have gone too far. Once you reach the spur line turn left and walk the tracks to the marsh area. Please stay on the tracks for your observations. The ibis has been in various locations on the north side of the tracks. Coming from the east, exit the 401 at Brookdale Ave. Go south over the 401 until you come to the first stoplight. Turn right on Tollgate Rd. Follow Tollgate Rd. until you come to Vincent Massey Dr. Turn right (west) and proceed to Richmond Dr. approximately 2 kilometers. Follow directions above. Local birders use this area as a sanctuary. It is private property. Please respect the area and do not play loud recording devices and above all enjoy the birding. Bob Scranton _______________________________________________ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to [email protected] For information about ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/
