A common sight to roadside and open spaces in the western United States and Canada, the Western Kingbird is a treat to behold. These large flycatchers feature a stunning yellow belly and a large gray head and are often found perched on fences and utility poles tracking potential prey on the ground below. Traditionally, these […]

For those of us living outside the Arctic Tundra, one of our favourite sights during the winter months is that of the Snowy Owl. We have been treated to some of the very best Snowy Owl activity in recent years and we have heard countless tales of sightings from our region in here eastern Ontario […]

Temperatures are beginning to drop and before we know it, the snow will fly and St. Nick will be heading down the chimney. While we all get into a frenzy come the holiday season, it is still a great time to tinker with some last minute additions or maintenance to your backyard to help migrating […]

Although it can be somber to watch many species leave your backyard at this time of year as they work their way south, it is also a great time of year to welcome a number of new species coming in from more northern locales. As we wait on our new arrivals, there are many things […]

As we round out the end of September, a quick glance out your window might give you a few tell-tale signs that we have officially begun the fall season. The first day of autumn is officially September 23rd this year and the trees along the roadside or in your yard should definitely be commencing their […]

Many regions in Ontario offer fantastic viewing opportunities to get a glimpse of literally hundreds of hawks and other birds of prey in flight during their fall migration. Some of the best locations in Ontario to witness these breathtaking migrations are on the shores of either Lake Ontario at Cranberry Marsh or High Park or […]

As we approach the Labor Day weekend, it is a sure sign that summer for the most part, is surely coming to close. For birders, this can be somewhat bittersweet as we also prepare to lose many of our backyard visitors we have grown accustomed to having around during the spring and summer. This being […]

As hard as it may be to believe, summer is quickly drawing to a close here in North America. As we roll into the end of August and into September we will begin to see our local foliage transition from green to yellow, red and brown, making for a beautiful fall landscape. BY actively watching […]