Paying attention to the night sky enhances a sense of season Peterborough Examiner – January 19, 2024 – by Drew Monkman Like many aspects of nature, the night sky changes dramatically over the course of the year. Knowing the comings and goings of stars and constellations contributes to a rewarding sense of the Read more…
High waterfowl diversity and numbers was a highlight of this year’s local Christmas Bird Counts Peterborough Examiner – January 12, 2024 – by Drew Monkman Dan Chronowic and his group of fellow birders won’t soon forget the spectacle they witnessed on Chemong Lake. “The huge raft of Common Mergansers was truly a sight Read more…
At about 10:45 on January 10, I had a very brief visit at our suet feeder by a Hermit Thrush! Unfortunately my wife opened the front door and scared it off. Jim Cashmore, Claudette Court, Peterborough
Trent University professor Erica Nol played a leadership role in the decision to rename many of North America’s birds Peterborough Examiner – January 5, 2024 – by Drew Monkman A hot topic among birders and nature enthusiasts right now is the recent decision to rename many of North America’s birds. On November 1, Read more…