From what I have read, the Townsend's Solitaire is a western bird which rarely travels east of Manitoba. However it has been found on Mount Royal for a number of years now and I was very lucky to find it recently. It is an active bird which helped to make it quite obvious to me and I managed a quick shot.
Townsend's Solitaire, Myadestes townsendi
There was great excitement for a few weeks as up to four Great Gray Owls spent some time at Ile St-Bernard.
Great Gray Owl, Strix
nebulosa
The following birds were also found at Ile St-Bernard. This is at the northern part of their range. Many birds are expanding their ranges northward and will probably become more and more common.
Tufted Titmouse, Baeolophus bicolor
Red-bellied Woodpecker, Melanerpes carolinus
Carolina Wren, Thryothorus ludovicianus
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The titmouse is precious looking! They are all really lovely birds and if they like cold and dislike heat, i can see why they would travel further and further north.
ReplyDeleteI agree so much about the titmouse, messymimi. They are so cute and will even eat out of your hand!
DeleteA most enjoyable post and lovely pictures. I've always found owls such fascinating birds but it's been years since I last saw one in the wild. Flighty xx
ReplyDeleteThanks Flighty. Yes, aren't owls amazing?!
DeleteI must say that I was shocked to see a post. Glad you had some good sightings. Me? I looked out the window a few times. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Anvilcloud. Time to get out now that the spring weather is coming!
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