Birds
Feb 5 2024
male, nest
Algonquin Park - There were hundreds of Red Crossbills. They were seen or heard at virtually every stop and are almost certainly nesting right now. They can breed in any month of the year, the decision being based on food availability not season. There are many types, with this one likely being the type that feeds on pines which have a good cone crop. They are notoriously tame, being very approachable and at times landing only a few feet away if you are still.
Feb 6 2024
May 11 2023
male, adult, summer plummage
# Long Point Bird Observatory
Feb 3 2024
Feb 16 2024
male, adult
Feb 2 2024
Short-eared Owl (59)
Jan 21 2024
Kingston - Wolfe Island. A flock of these beauties kept us occupied for about 90 minutes as dusk advanced. The sun was very low when this shot was taken.
Jan 23 2024