Map Time
2013 was a very good year for map turtles, their numbers have increased significantly. Here a tiny turtle, about four inches long, basks on a log in Snug Harbour.
Inside Job
A glimpse of the underside of a great egret’s wing, preening itself off of Doughnut Island.
Eye to Eye
A cormorant prepares to swallow a catfish whole, after a long but ultimately futile struggle.
Swimming Lessons
A member of the Parks staff, arriving at work at 6:44AM, caught this coyote swimming from Hanlan’s Point to the IYC. Photos by Kathy Gallagher: Click images to view larger.
New Bling
Canada Goose XC54 shows off her new neck tag, while sitting on her nest near Doughnut Island.
Early Arrival
One of the first arrivals of Spring 2013, a cedar waxwing (thanks Rob!) perches on a branch by the boardwalk.
Ol’ Blue Eyes
Taking a break from screeching like a broken car alarm, a goose shows off its stunning blue eyes on Centre Island.
Crayfish Delight
A mink pauses momentarily on its way to dinner with a delectable crayfish, which it will consume entirely except for the legs.
Greater Scaup
The shockingly yellow eyes of a Greater Scaup, here comfortably perched on a log, peer back at the camera.
Spearfisherman
A great egret poses for a portrait against deep shade, showcasing a bill designed for spearfishing in the shallows.
Moon Heron II
A black-crowned night heron stands in perfect silhouette against reflected light from the rising full moon.
Visiting L23 and C24
Up close with Trumpter swans C24 (top) and L23 (bottom), now in their third week of residing on the Island. Trumpeters usually only pass through, they don’t normally spend too much time here. L23 and C24 were first reported here.
Sunbeam
Tigger, our wonderful, intelligent, empathetic friend, naps in a sunbeam during the dark depths of winter.
Trumpeter Visitation
A pair of tagged Trumpeter swans is currently (as of May 2, 2012) hanging out around Doughnut Island. Trumpeters, tagged by the people managing the Wye Marsh, are making a comeback in Ontario after being extirpated almost 200 years ago. Trumpeter swans don’t normally stay very long here on the Island, we’ll see how long […]