This afternoon I went for a quick hike at Fanshawe Conservation Area. I had a hunch that something of note would be there.
It was actually pretty quiet, much quieter than I expected. One surprise was had when I came across this moth. Despite the cold and snow, it was active and flying around!
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| Bruce Spanworm Moth |
One of the birds I as hoping to come across was Evening Grosbeak. My hard work paid off when I heard one call twice. Despite looking, I was unable to find it. It was likely a flyover.
I couldn't find my other target, Common Redpoll, but no doubt there will be more to come.
There always seems to be birds hanging around this one trail head, as they get fed there.
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| Downy Woodpecker |
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| Blue Jay |
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| Red-bellied Woodpecker |
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| Black-capped Chickadee |
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| Red-breasted Nuthatch |
There was also a Gray Catbird, which was a but of a surprise as it is getting a bit late. They are a hardy species, so it will be interesting to see if this bird attempts to overwinter.
