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Passport to Nature Outing - 11 June 2016 |
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We had an
excellent morning outing on Saturday 11 June 2016 in the Passport to
Nature program for
The Couchiching Conservancy. Our group of 20 birders tallied
57 species. Many thanks to all the participants for enthusiasm and
energy, and to Arni and Dianne Stinnissen, Ken MacDonald, and
everyone who helped spot the birds. |
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We saw many of
the target birds including great views of Loggerhead Shrike, Sedge
Wren, Grasshopper Sparrow, Golden-winged Warbler and American
Bittern. Sedge Wrens were singing loudly and gave everyone excellent
views.. |
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Our group also found
Wilson's Snipe, Alder Flycatcher, Eastern Meadowlark, Bobolink,
Brown Thrasher, Eastern Bluebird and this Yellow-bellied Sapsucker,
which hammered away loudly with its uneven rhythm on a metal sign on this post. |
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At the end of
the trip, we had amazing views of a family of Virginia Rails. Please
click this link to
more photos and video |
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