March Birds in Canatara:

Mild winter weather has kept the little lake in Canatara open for much of the season. A good variety of ducks have used it for food and shelter, especially when seeking protection from windy Lake Huron. We managed to get photos of some of the species found recently.

It is unusual to see Northern Pintail ducks in Canatara Park for an extended visit. They typically fly over as they pass through the area. 2 males and a female stayed for a few days and the males were not getting along.

One of several Ring-necked Ducks. 

American Wigeon

Canvasback Ducks: Up to 13 have regularly been seen on Lake Chipican over the past few few weeks.

Green-winged Teal - he made a very brief stop.

Mallard Hen who thinks she's a song bird. I watched her eating bird seed that had been left on a stump for the Cardinals and other song birds.

Canada Geese were tall enough to reach up and gobble the seed from ground level.

Mallard pair in flight

Watchful Red-winged Blackbird.