Nature's Treasure Hunt!

Spending time in nature is like going on a treasure hunt everyday! I never know what I’ll find! Whitewash on the ground caused us to look up and I noticed 2 tails! Not one, but two Eastern Screech Owls were snuggled in the tree above!

The Grey phase and Red-phase Screech Owls were very well hidden on a branch in a White Pine Tree. It is just about time for them to be starting their family! They have likely already chosen the nesting cavity.

White-throated Sparrow popped up onto a log to have a look around.

A Yellow-rumped Warbler, trying to decide which of the many flying mites it was going to catch and eat. One of the best times to find this species is during spring migration when large numbers can be found.

Common Grackle with iridescent head.

A nearby Common Grackle was busy collecting nesting material.

Green Heron: He was eyeing a mink that was running along the edge of the island.

Killdeer on the rocky shoreline.

Orange-crowned Warbler, possibly the first recorded on ebird this year in the entire Province! The orange crown on this species is rarely seen, except when the bird is excited and raises its head feather. Their slim shape, sharply pointed bill, and warmer yellow under the tail are clues as to their identity!

https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Orange-crowned_Warbler/overview

Red-bellied Woodpecker making a "back door" exit.

Common Loons resting in the Sarnia Bay: Common Loons swim underwater to catch fish, propelling themselves forward with their feet. Prey is swallowed almost entirely underwater. They have sharp, rearward-pointing projections on the roof of the mouth and tongue that help to keep a firm hold on slippery fish.

https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Common_Loon/overview