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We are currently receiving many submissions to our website and have quite a backlog. Your chances of being published quickly are greater if you are able to include a picture with your animal sighting report.
More Ontario Bald Eagles
We have had so many Bald Eagle sightings that we have had to combine them onto one page ... check this out!
Possums in Kitchener in January
Earlier this year I had been feeding a stray cat over the winter. I even put out a little box bed with blankets inside to keep him warm over the cold
Windsor Ontario Possum
We were walking around in little Italy and saw one at the doorway of a business. It was early morning and he/she looks scared and didn’t move at all.
Hawk
Janice from Bradford sent us this picture and report - maybe you could help her identify this raptor ...
Lost and Found at University of Windsor
Poor baby falcon, lost and then found ... but there's a happy ending!
Deer in St Thomas
Sam, one of our readers from St Thomas, sent us her charming pictures of a deer waiting for the train!
Out for a Sunday Drive ...
One of our readers sent us the route he takes when going on his favourite Sunday Drive from London, through St Thomas and Sparta to the final destination Port Stanley ...
Ontario Bald Eagle Sightings
One of our readers from Aldershot sent us this picture of a Bald Eagle perched on top of tree. Hubert and Janet wrote to say ...
The Tall Ships were in Port Stanley
I missed this, but thankfully Jason from St Thomas, was there to capture the magnificence of these vessels ...
The Northern Flicker
The Northern Flicker also known as the Common Flicker, is a member of the Woodpecker family and is native to most of North America. This bird is the only Woodpecker to be ground-feeding as it takes grubs and insects from fallen logs and trees.
The Beautiful Baltimore Oriole
The lovely Baltimore Oriole is unmistakable and we see them in the early summer, but then they leave by the beginning of July, having bred and raised their families here.
Three Turkey Vulture Sightings
Three people wrote to tell us about their sightings of Turkey Vultures ...
Gorgeous Hawk
Hi, here are a couple of photos of this gorgeous Hawk sitting 4 feet away from us in the allotment gardens at Leslie Spit, Toronto. The Hawk was eating
Can you identify these Mystery Birds?
In April Sara from Brantford asked ... This bird is larger than a robin , and sounds like a sick Blue Jay. It has black and white and some other colors,
Red Tailed Hawk Sightings
Five of our readers wrote to tell us about their Red Tailed Hawk sightings ...
Plenty of Possums
One of our readers said ... Caught a big male in Georgetown - see picture above! Ian from Ajax said ... I was out for my evening walk two winters ago
Right in the back yard
I was sitting outside with my 2 year old daughter, Ashlynn, when out of nowhere this hawk comes and sits on the gazebo. I turn to look at what my daughter
Port Dover, Ontario
Port Dover is located in Norfolk County and is on the shore of Lake Erie at the mouth of the Lynn River. This quaint resort town has experienced great growth in last few years and now has a population of around 6,000 people.
Weird day in the hammer
Today I found a dead possum on a walk with my dog. That's not too uncommon as I live near the train tracks. But while walking near Bayfront Park I
Can you identify this Bird of Prey?
One of our readers sent this picture and said ... walking in a suburban creek side park, south of downtown Brampton, Ontario on November 10th around noon, I saw the Hawk in a smaller tree, surrounded by cut grass, near the walking path ...
London, Ontario, is a great place to live!
Why London Ontario is a great place to live, submitted by one of our readers - thank you Philip Pasma.
A diverse and growing downtown core provides a multitude of restaurants and bars that are both family and nightlife friendly. A wide assortment of eateries ensures that whatever your tastes may be, London has something to satisfy ...
Continue reading "London, Ontario, is a great place to live!"
Goldfinch in the Sun
American Goldfinch - this beautiful photograph was sent to us by one of our readers from St Catharines, Ontario.
Cedar Waxwings
The Cedar Waxwings are native to North and Central America as well as the northern part of South America...
Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary
Because of his efforts to conserve Geese and Ducks, and provide a place of refuge and safety for migrating water-birds, and his efforts to band and track the migratory paths of waterfowl across North America, we know so much more about these birds today than in earlier generations.
Wolves in Ottawa
Several of our readers wrote to tell us about their Wolf sightings in Ottawa January 28th, at 4:30 am Connaught Ave a Wolf running down the street. Couldn't
Grand Bend, Ontario
During most of the year the town of Grand Bend, located on Lake Huron, has a population of around 2,000 people, however during the summer months the town becomes a magnet for holiday makers and attracts 50,000 or so visitors.
Missing baby Robins
I have a nest at my upstairs window sill and a Robin had laid 3 eggs. I watched from inside my home as the eggs hatched and lo and behold, three little
Are you looking for country home ...
This beautiful property near St Thomas is just 10 minutes from highway 401, 20 minutes from London, Ontario, and only 6 minutes to downtown St Thomas, yet it enjoys a quiet country location and 2,500 sq feet of house!
The majestic Bald Eagle has made a comeback in Ontario
Protective legislation was introduced in 1890 and the Bald Eagle Act in 1940 and these helped to set the stage for a recovery in their population. The use of the pesticide DDT and pollution by PCB's almost led to the extinction of these beautiful birds, and in 1980 there were almost no chicks surviving in the three remaining active nests along the Lake Erie shore in Southern Ontario.
Continue reading "The majestic Bald Eagle has made a comeback in Ontario"
My Passion for this website!
There is hardly a day where I don't use the internet to find a website to find information, much like you may have done to find this website. Do you want to know how easy it has been to build this successful website ...
This Turtle was hit by a car
At this time of year the Turtles are finding their way to higher ground to lay their eggs, and sometimes they are injured by cars ...
Can you "name that bird?"
Tawny, one of our readers from Brantford, Ontario, sent us these pictures of birds that she has seen and would like help to identify ...
Backyard birds of Ontario
Bird Watching is a fascinating hobby, enjoyed by young and old alike, and all that is required is a quiet spot to observe the birds and a pair of binoculars and a Bird book, such as the Peterson Guide or other field guide to help you identify the birds you see.
Attracting wild birds to your garden or back yard can also be interesting when you choose which plants and shrubs attract various birds.
Seen in Oshawa - is this a Falcon or a Hawk?
Seen by Jakkie in Oshawa, Ontario - if you can identify this bird of prey, please let us know.
Continue reading "Seen in Oshawa - is this a Falcon or a Hawk?"
Summer fun at the African Lion Safari
Located near Rockton, Ontario, the African Lion Safari has always been an annual excursion for our family, especially when we have visitors from Europe staying with us. The African Lion Safari park is about an hour from Toronto and from London, half an hour from Hamilton and Kitchener, so it is easily accessible from the east or west.
Pittock Conservation Area
Pittock Conservation Area, located near Woodstock, Ontario, is administered by the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority and has 820 hectares of land, and around 70,000 people enjoy visiting there annually.
Short Eared Owl
The Short-eared Owl is a medium-sized bird, secretive by nature and as such, difficult to observe. They belong to the genus "Aseo" or "Eared Owls", although the ear tufts may or may not be visible on any particular individual, only showing them when on the defense.
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