Hi guys,
This species has eluded me ever since I became serious about birding and moved from the UK to Saskatchewan.
My friend contacted me late on Wednesday saying she'd seen at least 2 Solitaires at a local park , so of course I had to get down there and see for myself :-)
After waiting 5 years to see one of these normally solitary Thrushes , I end up finding five at once !
At first I didn't think I'd have any luck . The wind was chilly and it was quite overcast but I was determined. About an hour later I heard a beautiful song , looked up and there was one perched aloft a Spruce tree .
It flew across the lake , so I followed , and about 10 minutes later , 4 more appeared !
At one point there were 3 in the same tree , but 1 vanished into a yard, but I got a shot of 2 together.
The area is rich with juniper , dogwood and other types of berry , so its no wonder they like the park.
As far as I'm aware seeing 5 of these birds together is a record for this Province.
A photo was recently posted in my online galeries here , and on my blog and Pbase site.
Happy birding ! :-)
Nick
Nick,
Well done & FANTASTIC pics on your Blogspot! Glad I found that.
Cheers,
H
Congratulations! What an excellent find and a fantastic experience! I love the photos in your blog.