[NatureNS] Warblers galore

From: Ken McKenna <kenmcken@eastlink.ca>
Date: Mon, 18 May 2015 11:51:58 -0300
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Hi all 
After a dawn survey this morning, I did a couple hours birding in the Brookville-Churchville area of Pictou co 9-11.  Probably drove 3-4 km and walked a couple so it was not far, but warblers were very abundant with 16 species recorded plus an additional Black-throated Blue heard only while I was doing the earlier surveys. I also had my first Lincoln's Sparrow and Swainson's Thrush of the season at survey site.  A smallish white violet and spring beauties were in bloom.  Least Flycatchers were abundant in all three locations I was at and I saw a single Yellow-bellied Flycatcher. 
Most common warblers were Black-throated Green, Northern Parula, Black and White and Ovenbird with 15-20 each, then Magnolia and Chestnut-sided with just under 10. Had my first Pictou  Co.. Blackpoll and season first Wilson's Warbler (3) and Canada Warbler.  Bloodroot is still in bloom along the Willard Fraser Rd. I took photos of Wood Frog egg masses in about 8 spots and hope to submit these to the STFX Bishop Lab study. 
Great day to be outside! 
Cheers
Ken 
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