Title: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: Donna on 14-Nov-11, 07:00:58 AM
http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2733 (http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2733) more
One of the best places to watch for them, however, is right along the lakeshore, especially the piers at Charlotte, the jetties at Irondequoit Bay outlet, and the open expanse of Braddock Bay, especially when it gets ice. Snowy Owls are active by day as well as by night; they will prey not only on rodents but coots, gulls and other waterfowl that congregate at these locations. SWEET!!
By Tom McDonald! Not 1 but 2!!!
One of the best places to watch for them, however, is right along the lakeshore, especially the piers at Charlotte, the jetties at Irondequoit Bay outlet, and the open expanse of Braddock Bay, especially when it gets ice. Snowy Owls are active by day as well as by night; they will prey not only on rodents but coots, gulls and other waterfowl that congregate at these locations. SWEET!!
By Tom McDonald! Not 1 but 2!!!Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: MAK on 14-Nov-11, 08:52:46 AM
Awesome! Joyce,Brian and I checked Charlotte and Seabreeze on Saturday with no luck. Maybe this weekend we'll get lucky! I would love to be able to post pics of a Snowy on this forum especially for my buddies Janet and Donna! :wave:
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: valhalla on 14-Nov-11, 08:55:27 AM
Love the Snowy!
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Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: BIGFRANK on 14-Nov-11, 06:43:31 PM
In the area I live in,about 45min north of Toronto,its abit early yet for Snowy Owls. We do live only 10min from a great spot to see them all winter though,so I look forward to many good sightings.
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: Donna on 14-Nov-11, 07:31:13 PM
In the area I live in,about 45min north of Toronto,its abit early yet for Snowy Owls. We do live only 10min from a great spot to see them all winter though,so I look forward to many good sightings.
Oh yeah...pics soon!! :clap:
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's: Bob Marcotte Thread
Post by: Donna on 16-Nov-11, 07:18:42 AM
http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2744 (http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2744) Bobs 1st feeder watch.
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's Bob's blog
Post by: Donna on 20-Nov-11, 08:02:43 AM
http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2796 (http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2796)
Boneys off the pier in Charlotte
Boneys off the pier in Charlotte
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: MAK on 20-Nov-11, 08:23:30 AM
No Snowys yet! :gum:
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: BIGFRANK on 20-Nov-11, 10:14:50 AM
Its been unseasonably warm here so far,so I dont expect much for awhile. Someone reliable and thorough posted on Ont Birds from several of the popular over winter spots near us and there were no sightings yesterday. I understand the local Screech Owl is back at my favorite park,and overwinter spots for Sawhets and Long-eared Owls are already productive.
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: Donna on 27-Nov-11, 07:23:26 AM
http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2888 (http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2888) By Bob Marcotte more pics and story here
(Is it any wonder Snowy Owl incursions are so eagerly anticipated? This one was on the Summerville Pier on Thanksgiving Day)
Double whammy!
(Is it any wonder Snowy Owl incursions are so eagerly anticipated? This one was on the Summerville Pier on Thanksgiving Day)
Double whammy!Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: Kris G. on 27-Nov-11, 09:46:37 AM
http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2888 (http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2888) By Bob Marcotte more pics and story here
(Is it any wonder Snowy Owl incursions are so eagerly anticipated? This one was on the Summerville Pier on Thanksgiving Day)
Double whammy!
(Is it any wonder Snowy Owl incursions are so eagerly anticipated? This one was on the Summerville Pier on Thanksgiving Day)
Double whammy!Wow! Two Snowys are here! Might have to venture to Charlotte soon!
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: MAK on 27-Nov-11, 06:09:50 PM
http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2888 (http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2888) By Bob Marcotte more pics and story here
(Is it any wonder Snowy Owl incursions are so eagerly anticipated? This one was on the Summerville Pier on Thanksgiving Day)
Double whammy!
(Is it any wonder Snowy Owl incursions are so eagerly anticipated? This one was on the Summerville Pier on Thanksgiving Day)
Double whammy!AWESOME! ;D
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: Donna on 30-Nov-11, 07:11:42 AM
Figured I'd put all the Snowy stuff here.
Here's a map of all the latest sightings of Snowy's, if reported.
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=204094329457575509162.0004b268568ba73710764&msa=0&ie=UTF8&t=m&vpsrc=0&ll=46.860191,-105.688477&spn=19.121709,46.538086&source=embed (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=204094329457575509162.0004b268568ba73710764&msa=0&ie=UTF8&t=m&vpsrc=0&ll=46.860191,-105.688477&spn=19.121709,46.538086&source=embed)
Here's a map of all the latest sightings of Snowy's, if reported.
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=204094329457575509162.0004b268568ba73710764&msa=0&ie=UTF8&t=m&vpsrc=0&ll=46.860191,-105.688477&spn=19.121709,46.538086&source=embed (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=204094329457575509162.0004b268568ba73710764&msa=0&ie=UTF8&t=m&vpsrc=0&ll=46.860191,-105.688477&spn=19.121709,46.538086&source=embed)
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: MAK on 30-Nov-11, 11:59:42 AM
WOW there sure is a lot of them out there to see! ;D
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: Donna on 01-Dec-11, 07:21:20 AM
http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2886 (http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?p=2886) Jaeger spotted on Thanksgiving day at Charlotte pier By Bob
http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?m=201111 (http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?m=201111) More on the Jaeger
http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?m=201111 (http://blogs.democratandchronicle.com/birds/?m=201111) More on the Jaeger
Title: Re: OK Rochester, get ready for the Snowy's
Post by: BIGFRANK on 05-Dec-11, 11:17:34 AM
The Snowy Owl is having an irruptive winter here in southern Ontario now too. They are showing up all over. It is because every 7 years or so there is a die off of their main prey food,lemmings. Toronto Wildlife Centre has already had a few to take care of and a few die. Some arrive down south starving,as many make the trip non-stop,so dont hunt/eat along the way. It is therefore important not to disturb them . I know everyone here would be respectful of the distance and activity when they see them or go out to search for them. I too will most definetly be out to see some,but wont encroach or disturb,most particularily if they are seen hunting or eating!!