While the conditions were right for migration last night, and radar indicated that migration took place, it would appear that the birds kept heading north to their breeding instead of stopping at Point Pelee. While 19 species of warbler have been seen and heard in the Park this morning they are in low numbers and spread out over the various trails.
Highlights include a PRAIRIE WARBLER in the Tram Loop at the Tip; a singing male PROTHONOTARY WARBLER at bridge F on the Woodland Trail; and a YELLOW-BREASTED CHAT still being seen in the area of the Dunes Picnic Area. The Chat has been seen in this area for almost a week now so hopefully it will breed in the park this year. A late BLACK SCOTER was seen in the merganser flock off of the Tip this morning. Also at the Tip is a report of a WESTERN KINGBIRD. A WHITE-EYED VIREO is being seen around the Northwest Beach parking lot. Today is the last day for the guided hikes offered by the Friends of Point Pelee. We hope to see all of you next year. Good Birding, Festival of Birds Hike Leaders: Pete R, Karl, Todd, Justin, John, Sarah, Jean, Jeremy, Ken, Geoff, Ian, Chris, Dave, Peter M, and Claire The Festival of Birds runs from May 1-19 - for a detailed schedule visit www.festivalofbirds.ca For highlights and other update follow us at www.twitter.com/PointPeleeNP The Festival is brought to you by Parks Canada - Point Pelee National Park and the Friends of Point Pelee. Hikes are generously supported by Quest Nature tours. _______________________________________________ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to [email protected] For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdssetup Posting guidelines can be found at http://www.ofo.ca/site/page/view/information.ontbirdsguide
