Re: [Ontbirds] Snowy egret, Windermere Basin Hamilton

Still being seen and now out in the open feeding on minnows. Takes regular flights around the basin. Viewed from lookout off eastport drive.  Len Sent from my Samsung device Original message From: cheryledg...@gmail.com Date: 06-12-2015 2:15 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Ontbir

[Ontbirds] Snowy Egret at Windermere basin in Hamilton for June 13

At 6:20 am the bird is actively feeding at the back of the wetland viewed from the lookout.  Windermere basin is acessed off of eastport drive south of the skyway bridge just south of a gigantic white warehouse building. The acess road is on the west side  Len Sent from my Samsung device

[Ontbirds] Snowy egret date correction

I inadvertently wrote June 13 in my post but obviously meant today as in the 14 in case anyone couldn't figure that out. Len Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organ

[Ontbirds] Snowy Egret still present at Windermere Basin, Hamilton, June 15

Fog has lifted and bird is present. It is skulking at back of wetland in tall grasses and hasn't yet come out in the open to feed.  Windermere basin is acessed off eastport drive south of the skyway bridge. There is a well hidden driveway just south of a large white warehouse on the west

[Ontbirds] Snowy Egret still present in Hamilton at Windermere Basin

The bird is present at the back of the basin in tall grasses.  Eastport drive go south past skyway bridge and south past giant white ware house on west side of eastport driveway is just south.  Len Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is prese

[Ontbirds] Snowy Egret update June 17 windermere basin, Hamilton

At 6:44 Am the Snowy Egret came out of dense tall grasses, took a flight around the basin and has landed at the back of the wwtland and is currently skulking in its preferred marshy grasses. Eastport drive south of skyway, past large white warehouse take next west leading gravel road and

[Ontbirds] NO Snowy Egret at Windermere Basin in Hamilton June 18

The bird could still be around lurking in the tall grasses or out of sight but during my stay this morning , the bird did not perform any of its regular flight around the basin. I checked from a few vantage points and could not find it in grasses or feeding.  L Sent from my Samsung devic

[Ontbirds] Snowy Egret back at Windermere Basin in Hamilton for June 27

It's back.standing on spit with Canada goose and great egret.  Eastport drive south of skyway bridge and stay on it past a white warehouse then turn west in hidden lot. Walk to viewing area.  Len ManningRob Buchanan Sent from my Samsung device _

[Ontbirds] Snowy Egret at Hamilton update June 29

The Snowy Egret at Windermere Basin is present and feeding actively at the back of the wetland viewed from the lookout. From torontoQew niagara  to eastport drive and exit here. Stay on eastport going south past skyway bridge and past large white warehouse on west side. Hidden entrance is

[Ontbirds] The Snowy Egret and Dunlin at Windermere Basin Hamilton July 10

HI A group of us are watching the Snowy Egret on the smallest rocky tern island viewed left of the lookout. The summering adult plumage Dunlin is nearby. Summering Dunlin are scarce in the HSA.  Winderbop Basin is north of Woodward on east port drive. Acess a small stone driveway on the

[Ontbirds] Long tailed and Parasitic at van wagners

A group of 5 adult or sub adult parasitic and an adult long tailed in one group have just lazily flown north east.  Things should pick up.  Len Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provi

[Ontbirds] Western Sandpiper and Buff Breasted at Presquile

Andrew Don and Claude King have just advised that both species are present NOW on beach 3.  Signs for Presquile are on the 401. Len Manning Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial

[Ontbirds] Western Sandpiper @ Presquile YES

Bird is on beach 3 NOW being viewed by many. FOLLOW signs from Brighton to the park. Len  Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birda

[Ontbirds] Says Phoebe in Chatham Kent update

The bird has not been seen yet today but many observers are braving the winds to search. I will perhaps update if it is seen.  Len Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding

[Ontbirds] Jaegers and Sabines van wagners

A juv parasitic flew over us and inland about 10 minutes ago. A juv Sabines just flew into Halton waters just moments ago. Should be visible from Spencer Smith on Lakeshore.  Len Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontar

[Ontbirds] Sabines Gulls at Van Wagners

I just picked out 3 juv Sabines Gulls and they are being watched by the group.   They are currently flying around in view from lakeland Centre on van wagners road . Len Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Or

[Ontbirds] Long Tailed Jaegers at Van Wagners in Hamilton

2 adults, 1 with full tail streamers have just circled us at the lakeland Centre. They came in high off the lake. They have flown inland towards windermere basin. Lakeland Centre is on van wagners beach road in Hamilton and is just south of beach Blvd  Len and group Sent from my Samsung

[Ontbirds] Parasitic Jaegers Van Wagners , Hamilton, Sept 25

I just watched an adult and a dark juvenile Parasitic Jaeger harass and chase gulls for 6 or 7 minutes. They are both still on tbe lake. Conditions for pelagics are ideal. Lakeland Centre is on van wagners road just south of beach Blvd in hamilton.  LenSent from my Samsung device ___

[Ontbirds] 7 adult parasitic at Lakeland NOW

Cheryl seems to have some difficulty with the emails going out to everyone so fyi there are 7 Parasitic adults being seen on the lake from lakeland Centre at vwb.   Also conditions look good for tomorrow for the weekend warriors aka Fairweather birders.  Good LakewatchingLen Sent from m

[Ontbirds] Re Dottwrel in Oliphant

Birders on way from Hamilton, real time updates are appreciated  Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For infor

Re: [Ontbirds] Eurasian Dotterel in Oliphant

Many people looking. BIRD IS NOT PRESENT at the moment and has not been relocated  Hudsonian Godwit stunning all the same. Lots of habitat  Sent from my Samsung device Original message From: Mike Burrell Date: 10-03-2015 2:29 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Ontbirds Subject: Re

[Ontbirds] Dotterel update from the Bruce Oct 4th

I must say it's pretty sad that I have to send out this email to update and I'm not even looking for this thing currently! Honestly,how long does it take to send a quick update? 1 minute? How much effort does it take? Not much.  There are approximately 15 birders looking in various location

[Ontbirds] Hudsonian Godwit @ Aylmer WMA, Oct. 17 2015

Hey Lisa and I came down looking for the reported Marbled Godwit. We don't see that bird but there is a juvenile Hudsonian Godwit here,  viewed from the lookout.  Off 401 take ext. 208 county road 30, Putnam Avon. Turn right on Lyons Line then eventually left on Whittaker road then right o

[Ontbirds] Cattle Egret still in Smithville

Bird is showing well still in previously reported area.  Good bird Nancy. Len Lisa and Leo Qew niagara to Vineland exit Victoria Road. Go south up escarpment to 4th concession in Smithville and go right. Continue to Crown road and bird is on left.  Sent from my Samsung device

[Ontbirds] Pink - footed Goose in Moose Creek, Update

The bird is not being seen currently and has not been other than a very brief and distant stint earlier in the morning.  Should still be here because the geese haven't gone anywhere. If it is re seen I may post an update.  Cheers Len Sent from my Samsung device

[Ontbirds] Barrows Goldeneye at Leslie Street Spit

It's here along east shore of cell 3. A SCOPE IS ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY to view the goldeneye unless they come into a better spot closer to red bridge.  The spit is at lake end of leslie street in Toronto.  Follow main path 2.5 km to red bridge and look west in pond. Len Sent from my Samsu

[Ontbirds] CAVE SWALLOW Lakeside Park Mississauga Nov 14

Great find by Reuven!  Bird is currently hawking bugs out on the lake. Look in small bay with long pier on either side. Scope required.  Lakeside Park is east of Winston Churchill on lakeshore Blvd, on the lake side. Park and walk straight to water and view bay. Len Lisa and Leo Sent from

[Ontbirds] Pomeraine Jaegers @ Lakeland Centre (van wagners beach)Hamilton, Nov 17

Hey I am watching 2 Pomeraine Jaegers terrorize gulls in front of Lakeland Centre. One is so relentless it may be a Parasitic actually.  Good conditions exist for pelagics today. Very cold.  Lakeland is on Van Wagners Beach Blvd just south of Beach Blvd and runs parallel to QEW Niagara.  

[Ontbirds] Mountain Bluebird in Whity, mid day update, Nov 30

Still actively feeding and being viewed by many, east of Halls Road along bike path. Great looks but moves around a lot! Great bird!  Len Manning and Lisa TeskeyHamilton,  On Directions are courtesy of Glenn Coady  Take Hwy 401 to exit 410 (Brock St.) in Whitby. Exit Hwy 401 and go south o

Re: [Ontbirds] [hamiltonbirds] King Eiders - Fruitland Road- Stoney Creek Dec 2

Following the post by Josh Vandermeulen, I came to Fruitland Road at the lake to look for both Eiders that were reported. I found the female west of the lookout, close to shore with a few Merganser. The young Male took some work but I did find him straight out amongst all the Long-tailed. 

Re: [Ontbirds] [hamiltonbirds] Cave Swallows Bronte Harbour

There are currently NO swallows at Bronte Harbour or Bronte Bluffs Park to the west.  Len Sent from my Samsung device Original message From: Cheryl Edgecombe Date: 12-15-2015 10:46 AM (GMT-05:00) To: birdalert@ontbirds.ca Cc: 'Hamilton Birds' Subject: [hamiltonbi

[Ontbirds] SMEW relocated along St. Lawrence NOW

Andrew Keaveney and Alex Stone have relocated the female Smew previously reported to be in the Long Salut area. It is several miles WEST of where it was previously located. Currently being viewed from Ault Island looking north to Upper Canada Village. This is between Morrisburg and Ingles

[Ontbirds] Bullocks Oriole in Pakenham

The bird is present currently and was pointed out to us kindly by some local birders. It is against the south end of the house under a grey pipegetting heat at the sw end of of Dalkeith which is where it's favourite apple tree is. I do not see how the bird will survive another cold night. 

[Ontbirds] Red -throated and Common Loon, Dunnville on Grand River

Whike scanning a load of Geese on the Grand River in Dunnville,  I discovered   Red-throated Loon and Common Loon below the dam in the heart of the city. The Common is directly below the falls, the Red Throated is across the river from me hanging with Canadas along the reedy shore.  I thin

[Ontbirds] Fish Crow Fort Erie Jan 13

Lisa Teskey and I can hear a fish crow now near the intersection of Bowen and Petit Road.Our 2.5 month old, Leo, picked it out. It is calling now from in the north east woodlot sort of kitty corner to The Fudge Pot food trailer.The crows are streaming back into this wood lot from the sout

Re: [Ontbirds] Ross's Geese at Long Point

There are absolutely no geese at the most recently reported location. Will keep looking and advise.  Len Sent from my Samsung device Original message From: Garth Riley via ONTBIRDS Date: 02-03-2016 10:18 AM (GMT-05:00) To: Ron Ridout2 , Ontbirds Subject: Re: [Ontb

[Ontbirds] Ross Geese Long Point

I have relocated the group of snow hybrid snow and Ross geese along lakeshore. They are in a semi frozen pond at the very far back of 2936 lakeshore. You absolutely need a scope. Use derelict metal barn as marker and look south.   This may be their nightly roost spot.  Len Sent from my Sa

[Ontbirds] Greater White Fronted Geese also Long Point

Tim Lucas just picked out 2 of the above mentioned in the group of other rare Geese at 2936 lakeshore. Way at back past metal barn. Take 59 south right on lakeshore at esso. House is on left.  Len Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is prese

[Ontbirds] Gyrfalcon Continues in Warwick area

Rex Bartlett is unable to post but asked me to pass along that the bird is being seen now at 6890 Brick Yard Line.  Len Manning  Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding o

[Ontbirds] Probable common teal in Stoney Creek, NOW

While scanning the lake for Little Gulls,  I came upon a probable common teal on Lake Ontario. At the end of Grey's Road in Stoney Creek.  I called Rich Poort because he lives nearby and he just arrived and agrees with the ID . It's at a distance and we are trying to get photos . We are viewing

[Ontbirds] Common Teal flew

Rich and I moved and got great looks at this bird to safely say this is a common teal. Unfortunately it flew east and into the lake and is now a spec at 60 x.  To have a chance maybe check sayers park or green road now or st first light  Len and Rich Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone.

Re: [Ontbirds] Golden-crowned Sparrow - Lowville Park, Lowville (north of Burlington)

The bird is around today. Rich Poort and I independently heard the distinctive song at a distance.We were then invited briefly onto private property where the bird had been seen and with a group of white throated sparrows. The bird sang at very close range to us two more times. It is in a dense

[Ontbirds] Yellow Rail at Carden Alvar, Yes, May 01

David Pryor heard the rail first and got some happy birders on the rail calling . The first call is at 6:53 PM. It's about 40 yards in the marsh on to west side...  North west of the bridge over sedge wren marsh on Wylie road.  Sedge wren marsh is in the Carden Alvar and is on Wylie road in kirk

[Ontbirds] Black Necked Stilt Avocets and willets Hillman Marsh Area

The stilt is at the dead  end of mersea road 1 with 2 avocets. 2 willet just flew over coming from Hillman Marsh.   Len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding orga

Re: [Ontbirds] Piping Plover - Leamington Marina Beach

Bird IS present now viewed by Tim Arthur and I . Scope is highly recommended. Thanks Jer! Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Original message From: Jeremy Bensette Date: 2016-05-03 8:06 AM (GMT-05:00) To: Bird Alert Ontbirds , WEP Birds Subject: [Ontbirds] Piping Plov

Re: [Ontbirds] White-winged Dove Rondeau

Hi garth.   I don't see any text IL your email. What did it say?  Cheers  Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Original message From: Garth Riley via ONTBIRDS Date: 2016-05-03 9:34 AM (GMT-05:00) To: Reuven Martin , ontbirds Subject: Re: [Ontbirds] White-winged Dove Rond

[Ontbirds] White winged Dove Rondeau uodate

Bird was on railing at 17264 Lakeshore and has now flown to tree beside and back of 17254 Lakeshore . Singing often.  Great bird Steve! Rondeau park is in Rondeau. Take hwy 3 from Blenheim and follow signs   Len Lisa Baby Leo  Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. _

[Ontbirds] Stilt Sandpiper, Leamington, Mersea Road E

Probably the same bird located by Jeremy Hatt last night . Being seen now by many.  Near horse paddock on mersea road E just outside pelee park. East of 1503. Len and Lisa Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontar

[Ontbirds] Prothonotary warbler Point Pelee May 8

Being seen NOW by many. Seasonal trail off Tilden Woods trail. From VC take Tilden and first path left. Take left at fork. Cross boardwalk take seasonal path on your right . Bird is 200 m on right hand side where large tree has fallen and covered know vines   Len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy sm

[Ontbirds] Kirtlands at Pelee Tram Loop

Still being seen. Look for the mob on road. Patience required as it is pushed back and skulky.  Many happy birders Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Len  ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding orga

[Ontbirds] Male kirtlands refound at pelee

A small group of us have refound it . Maybe 100 m north of park orientation lot. Bird moving south very low   Len Paul and Christinia  Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincia

[Ontbirds] Stilt Sandpiper continues Mersea Rd E Pelee

Bird is still present near horse paddock in muddy pasture on mersea Rd E just out side pelee park in Leamington. From park entrance go east on road E about half a kilo and it's on your left .  len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS

[Ontbirds] Fish Crow Pelee

A group of us are listening to a Fish Crow. It's constantly calling from East of the Sarengetti Tree. Chek the sparrow field or washrooms.Len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the pr

[Ontbirds] Golden Winged Warbler Pelee Park

We came across this bird between Dunes and Sleepy Hollow. Singing often. Male . On gravel bike path on west side. Close to road. Many observers now.  Len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornitholo

[Ontbirds] Hooded Warbler Pelee May 12

Being seen now from seasonal footpath closest go beach between Dunes and Sleepy Hollow.  East side deep in scrub. It's a male and sings on occasion.  Len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologi

[Ontbirds] Chuck Wills Widow at Point Pelee May 12

Birders At approximately 840 pm a large night jar with broad head and stiff wing beats flew from the Tilden Woods area, across the VC parking lot, and dove into forest behind VC. At around 8 51 or so a group of 6 birders heard several times the call of the Chuck Wills Widow coming from South of

[Ontbirds] Cerulean Warbler Pelee Tip

Stunning male destroying optic nerves at eye level.  East beach just north of tip. Len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to bi

[Ontbirds] Worm eating warbler pelee Tilden woods NOW

Being seen by many. Near screech owl rolst spot  Now my optic nerves have been decimated   Len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird rep

[Ontbirds] Prairie Warbler Pelee Tip May 14

Discovered by Andrew Don.  MOBS. NOW . Boardwalk just south of tram loop about 60 m. West side  Len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird

[Ontbirds] American White Pelicanos, Hamilton, June 4

Two adults continue in cootes paradise. The birds just flew east a short distance at 540 Am from Dundas Marsh and are now floating in eastern part of Cootes . They are just west of a small island but should be visible from princess point or from the north Shore   I parked at the North end of M

Re: [Ontbirds] [hamiltonbirds] Common Eider back at Suncor Pier, Oakville

At 5:20 Am I relocated this bird at the distance of my scope, east of the pier. However it has flown closer to the pier and is now resting and preening in excellent light. I got some video even.Still on east side but goes under the pier too. Not hanging with Long tailed ducks also here   What a b

[Ontbirds] Eurasian Collared Dove, Guelph, July 10

Bird discovered by Mike Lepage  (good work Mike) is present now on wires in front of 206 Elmira Street South. Will also go to carious roof tops.Calling often. Directions thanks to Dan Macneal  Directions from the 401 Take highway 6(the hanlon expy) north. Turn left on Paisley Rd, left on Elmira

[Ontbirds] Black bellied whistling ducks, Hamilton, Now

Found by Eric Holden this am. Birds still present on beach at Bayfront Park. MOBS.  From downtown hamikton go north on Bay street to Bayfront Park.  Drive to lot walk north past silver gazebo. Birds on beach.  Len Manning  Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. _

[Ontbirds] Snowy Egret at Windermere wetland, Hamilton, July 26

Posting for Kevin McLaughlin.  Kevin discovered this bird at 715 Am and I arrived not long after and saw and photographed this bird at the back of the wetland. Shortly after it flew south(red hill pond?) and I did not see it again, though it was flying low.  Those that remember last year's bird w

[Ontbirds] Marbled Godwit at Windermere Basin, Hamilton, Aug 20

I discovered a juvenile Marbled Godwit about an hour ago at the back of the basin. Many observers now.  Qew Niagara get off Eastport drive. Continue on Eastport to windermere park.  Length Manning  Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS

[Ontbirds] Marbled Godwit Hamilton

Bird is still present at Windermere Basin as posted yesterday . Qew Nigeria exit Eastport and follow Eastport to Windermere East Park. Walk along path to wetland and scan. Now for a ringed plovs Len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS

[Ontbirds] Long Tailed Jaeger at Van Wagners, Hamilton

Been flying about the lake for 30 minutes or so. SEEN WELL is the most important aspect of this sighting.  Read Cheryl post for way to get here Len Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists (O

[Ontbirds] Hudsonian and Marbled Godwit, Windermere Basin, Hamilton, Sept 19

Posting in case out of towners are coming. Birds are currently resting side by side on small island in basin. Viewed straight from lookout. Qew Niagara get off Eastport. Follow Eastport to Windermere east park on right. Park and walk to lookout . L Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ___

[Ontbirds] Lesser Yellowlegs @ Hamilton, Nov. 22/2016

Birders,  Alan Wormington always told me that there was no such thing as winter listing. This always confused me as he kept and had an impressive winter list! This post is in the spirit of the winter list! There has recently been a Lesser Yellowlegs at the Red Hill Stormwater Pond in Hamilton.

[Ontbirds] Sabine's Gulls continue below Niagara Falls, Nov 3

The 2 juv. Sabine's Gulls were giving excellent looks and photographic opportunities below the horseshoe falls this afternoon. Park at dufferin island lot about 1 km South of the falls along the Niagara parkway. It's on the west side. Then mosey on down to the falls and view into the gorge. L

[Ontbirds] Eared Grebe continues at cciw, Hamilton, Nov 4

The Eared Grebe that was found a few days ago by the Vandermeulen party is still present.  From toronto Take the Qew niagara and exit Eastport drive. First set of lights go right at the cciw and park. Look north into the small bay. It's currently close to shore souyh east of the first island. 

[Ontbirds] Red knot still at red hill pond Hamilton Oct 8th

It's here with a Killdeer.  Yellowlegs have cleared out.  Qew niagara from Toronto.  Red hill parkway exit after skyway bridge. When exit ramp passes marsh on right and turns right uphill put 4 ways on and go to shoulder. Pull in on gravel road at own risk. Len Manning Django Reinhardt 289 456

[Ontbirds] TOWNSEND'S SOLITAIRE; south of Peterborough, heck yes!

Jeff Jones and I have refound the solitaire.  It's currently eating mountain ash on the west side of driveway at 158 Hannah.  Photos obtained. From Port hope take 28 to Hannah road  TURN right and go to 158.  Apologies for late post my old ones didn't go out Len manning and Jeff Jones  Sent fr

[Ontbirds] Eurasian tree sparrow notl. Mais oui!

Currently feeding on platform feeder at 15732 niagara parkway in niagara on the lake. Pretty active.  Len Manning and many others Sent from Samsung Mobile ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organiza

[Ontbirds] NO Eurasian Tree sparrow yet niagara on the lake

Hasn't been seen yet ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdalert@ontbirds.ca For information about ONTBIRDS including how to unsubscribe visit http://www.ofo.ca/site

[Ontbirds] Eurasian tree sparrow niagara on lake- yes

Posting for Andrew Don.  Sparrow currently at platform feeder out front 15732 niagara Blvd.  Len Sent from Samsung Mobile ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to birdal

[Ontbirds] Yellow Palm Warbler, Bayfront park, Hamilton, Dec 11

Found last night by Chris cheatle and refound and quickly photoed this morning by joanne redwood, we watched it for about a minute before it flew across the water.  Should be along waterfront trail now. 403 hamilton take main east and travel east then north on bay. Take detour to bayfront see

[Ontbirds] Palm warbler bayfront park hamilton

Lisa teskey Claude king and I have relocated the bird along bayfront trail just north of marina in east of park. Chipping often.  It frequenting small goldenrod patches with sumac. Bayfront park is located on bay street in hamilton. You will see a ship ar matey. Walk east along trail check

[Ontbirds] Tennessee warbler at sedgewick Jan 01

Happy new year! The sedgewick 5 are here including tennessee which I believe is the first January record for ontario. Park with jehovas in lakeshore east of 3rd line. Len Joanne Caleb lisa Janice Andrew Poindexter  Sent from Samsung Mobile ___ ONTBIR

[Ontbirds] NORTHERN HAWK - OWL, Vineland Area, Jan 24th

Birders, I received a photograph last evening of a Northern Hawk owl recently taken by Shayna Hartley, in the Vineland area. Saturday Jan 24. Shayna, not being from the niagara area, did not realize the bird was unusual for the area. She was also in the area on a casual trip so did not take e

Re: [Ontbirds] yellow-bellied sapsucker

Bird is present now at feeders 8 front.  A very fresh male and a welcome sight in February.  Thanks William.  Qew to 406 and off right at 4th Ave. Turn left on louth and left on Pelham. Right on Glendale and right on Riverview. 268. Bird is eating at the suets.  Len Manning and Lisa Teskey Se

[Ontbirds] BLACK BACKED WOODPECKER Claremont ca YES

Alf Adamo mourad Jabra and I have relocated the bird. It's in the pine stand at "the sign" where the stick crosses the path.  West ney road north of 401 to concentrate.  7 go left park gate in right.  Walk 300 m to sign says portable classroom.  Keep right look for stick in path go in pine stan

[Ontbirds] Ross' Goose still at Aylmer WMA, Mar 25

The goose is still present and being viewed now from the main lookout shelter.   Also, 2 Snow Geese continue and a buildup of over 1000 Tundra Swans today. Directions thanks to Dave Martin. Aylmer WMA is northeast of Aylmer in Elgin County. From Hwy 401 drive south from Exit 203 on Elgin Road /

[Ontbirds] Neotropic Corm Hamilton NOW

Showing well now from Eastport. Resting but appears agitated.   Excellent looks and photo opportunity at moment. Len Manning Sent from Samsung Mobile ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization.

[Ontbirds] Neotropic Cormorant flew the coop

Has just left tollgate pond and flown east. A check of windermere basin along eastport drive would be prudent. Len Sent from Samsung Mobile ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird

[Ontbirds] Eurasian Wigeon Continues at Big Creek in Long Point, April 5

The bird is present now. Scope is mandatory for viewing. Look west south of the silos from E quarter line and you will see a buildup of water birds.    Thanks Jeff for posting and directions 1km north of the intersection of East quarter line and Norfolk county road 45 at Big Creek. Len Manning A

[Ontbirds] Neotropic Cormorant still at Tollgate Ponds, Hamilton, April 5

I have no clue why no one has bothered to post about the bird yet. Maybe the cold snap has caused increased lethargy. The bird was present this morning from 9 am and flew off at 12:13 pm. Will likely return shortly. Directions from Toronto Take QEW to QEW Niagara. At the exit to QEW Niagara y

[Ontbirds] Neotropic Cormorant back at Tollgate Ponds

Alf Adamo advises the bird has returned and refound by Barry Cherriere and is being seen NOW. Scope very helpful. Take QEW to QEW Niagara. At the exit to QEW Niagara you will see a sign for Eastport Drive. Get onto Eastport Drive and it will wind its way around and over the Burlington Lift Br

[Ontbirds] Fish Crows in Port Dalhousie, April 11

5 Fish Crows are present today and are calling often and in plain view. Don't take directions from previous posts unless you want to end up in Italy. Qew Niagara exit Ontario Street in St Catherines.  Follow it south towards lake, left on Lakeport road to lakeside park. Len Manning  Rich Poort

[Ontbirds] European Wigeon at Bannister Lake Paris

Still being seen from the lookout at 10 AM. In the back of the lake with Americans. The European Wigeon along with Starlings, °House Sparrows, and Rock Pigeons gives the experience a Euro chic feel to it. Thanks to Ellen and Jerry for directions Located on Wrigley road just west of Spragues Rd (H

[Ontbirds] American Avocets at Port Dalhousie NOW

We are currently watching a group of 10 American Avocets NOW at Port Dalhousie. Off west pier looking west into lake. NOW. NOW bring a scope. Qew niagara exit ontario street in St Catherines ho north to lake then left at Lakeport and follow to lakeside park.NOW. Thanks to Akmed El Manjeep for

[Ontbirds] 24 American Avocets Bronte Harbour, Oakville April April 20

Found by mark Jennings being seen NOW!@@@!@@!! West pier . Qew Toronto exit bronte drive south to lakeshore go west to west river road south to lot. Walk east to pier. Len Manning  Sent from Samsung Mobile and south ho lot. ___ ONTBIRDS is pres

[Ontbirds] NO Tri coloured heron at holiday beach yet April 21

Bird has not been seen yet at carp crossing. If you hear of a report or see it yourself please post accordingly to Ontbirds  Thanks Len Sent from Samsung Mobile ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding o

[Ontbirds] Fwd: [hamiltonbirds] Harris sparrow, Sheldon creek

Paul wants this posted NOW!!! Sent from Samsung Mobile Original message From: Paul B Date:04-23-2015 10:25 AM (GMT-05:00) To: Cheryl Edgecombe ,Hamilton Birds Subject: [hamiltonbirds] Harris sparrow, Sheldon creek Re-found it just now ! It's favoring the south side

[Ontbirds] Eurasian Wigeon @ Townsend Lagoons April 24

The Eurasian Wigeon found earlier by Reuven Martin et al at The Townsend Lagoons, is still present.  Rich Poort and I viewed the bird in the north east cell. Photos have been secured during this top secret mission.  Be advised there are hundreds of ducks at this location and the dabblers fly in

[Ontbirds] Glossy Ibis has flown in Milton

The Ibis found by David Pryor has just flown extremely high and west as seen by a large group of us.  Len Manning for the group Sent from Samsung Mobile ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organizati

Re: [Ontbirds] Red-shouldered X Red-tailed Hawk hybrid - Hamilton

Bird is present near south edge of Tollgate Pond but on east side of QEW.  Also a heavily marked and dark red tailed hawk well within the range for northern abieticola ssp.  Remains at Windermere Basin  Len Sent from Samsung Mobile Original message From: Brandon Holden Date

[Ontbirds] Louisiana Waterthrush, Edgelake Park, Stoney Creek, May 4

Birders, Rare at Hamilton,  a Louisiana Waterthrush has been photographed by Chris Cheatle at Edgelake Park in Stoney Creek. It's a small park surrounding a wet muddy area so the bird should still be around until nightfall. Ticks are abundant but make for a fun where's Waldo experiment afte

[Ontbirds] Prairie Warbler Pelee May 6

Currently being seen by many on seasonal path just south of chinquapin on route to Tilden . Good spotting Lev.  Len Sent from my Samsung device ___ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization.

[Ontbirds] Kentucky warbler pelee delaurier

Lisa Teskey has refound the bird north of its original location on the north heading delaurier Trail.  It's behind a big log now and not visible but it's here with a hooded and golden winged too. I marked a line going across the path. Look on west side.  Len Manning  Sent from my Samsung

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