November 25, 2009 - Toronto - King Street
Frank Butson Reports:
Glenn Steplock Reports: Was thinking of you guys when I finally saw my friend outside the window this morning. It has been a very long time since I last saw the Peregrines. This one was large (female) and was perched on the north side of King Street on an RBC sign, it took off towards 25 King St with prey in the Talons. All around 9:30am.
Posted on November 26, 2009 2:01 am
November 21, 2009 - International, National and Local News
Frank Butson Reports:
Walter Fisher sent this great close-up video of the Peregrine Falcon he and I saw on Nov 21 at Humber Bay Park East in westend Toronto. http://tinypic.com/player.php?v=2mo9sav&s=6
Posted on November 25, 2009 4:12 am
November 21, 2009 - International, National and Local News
Frank Butson Reports:
On Nov 21, Walter and I were down at Humber Bay Park East in Torontos westend. It is right at the lakeshore. The adult Peregrine flew past me as I was searching for other birds. It flew out of my lines of sight,so I thought that was pretty cool and continued my search. As I continued on some time later,I spotted the silhouette of a raptor perched in a tree. Looking into the sun,I was fairly certain it was the Peregrine,but wasnt sure. I ventured abit closer and confirmed it was a Peregrine. Walter and I began a slow approach,not wanting to spook the bird. After 2 ladies walked right under the tree oblivious to the birds presence,I moved as close as I dared. I could not see a band on the birds left leg at all,and it was well seen on at least 2 or 3 occassions. The Peregrine was likely digesting a meal,as it had a full crop. It sat for at least 10-15minutes while we watched. It watched various small ducks intently,despite appearing full.It was a great find and really made my day. Please enjoy the video I put together.
http://tinypic.com/r/dsi11/6
Posted on November 22, 2009 9:21 am
November 20, 2009 - International, National and Local News
Matt MacGillivray Reports:
We had a great turnout for the Steel City Safari, at Mohawk College in Hamilton, this past Sunday. Our 4th year attending, the CPF one of many attendees who brought interesting animals for children and adults alike to see up close. The event was an amazing success!
Nova
Joining Marion, Tracy and Bruce at the booth were a few of our educators - Alex, a female western Great Horned Owl, Falon, a female Peregrine Falcon, and our newest and youngest educator, Nova, a male Peregrine Falcon less than a year old.
Alex
It was great to meet everyone who dropped by the booth. If you missed us at the Steel City Safari, we will be attending the Toronto Motorcycle Show, December 11 to 13. Come by the booth and meet the educators.
Falon
CPF is visiting schools all around southern Ontario with educators like Alex, Falon and Nova. Contact us if you want Project School Visit to stop at your school.
Join many who support the CPF through donations and membership.
Posted on November 20, 2009 2:14 am
November 18, 2009 - Burlington - Lift Bridge
Sue McCreadie Reports:
Bill and I dropped by the Lift Bridge this afternoon around 3:00. After a quick look around, we spotted Sir on the cable arm of the Hamilton Tower and Cirrus on a picnic table. It wasn’t long before Sir flew to the picnic table and we realized that Cirrus was plucking a recent catch. A few chirps from Sir would indicate that he was begging for a meal. Bill was able to catch a few photos of the pair.
Posted on November 19, 2009 2:24 pm
November 17, 2009 - Burlington - Lift Bridge
Sue McCreadie Reports:
Bill and I visited Mountsberg Raptor Centre today to photograph Pittsburgh Pete. We are happy to report that as he cannot be released into the wild we felt he is in a good place. He is being well cared for and was sunning himself on a perch in the enclosed ring. Amy from Mountsberg reports that he is settling in quite nicely, but still has a little way to go to be totally comfortable around people. As far as she can tell, he has not had a seizure since September. Below are a couple of photos from our visit. Amy told us today that he has a distinct scar from his injury and that his crop fills to the side not to the front as normal.
Posted on November 17, 2009 9:54 pm
- All Reports
Matt MacGillivray Reports:
Canadian Peregrine Foundation will be at the Steel City Safari on Sunday, November 15th at Hohawk College of Applied Art and Technology in Hamilton. I believe the doors open at 10am, and it wraps up around 5pm.
All ticket income is donated directly to the CHML Children’s Fund, so come out and support a great cause.
If you plan on attending, drop by the CPF booth to say hi. We’ll have some of our education birds out for everyone to meet.
See you Sunday!
Posted on November 12, 2009 6:16 pm
November 03, 2009 - Burlington - Lift Bridge
Kathy Reports:
Update on Kate’s Blog on Pete and it’s good news! Here is the link to the article complete with a recent photo!
http://www.wqed.org/birdblog/2009/11/01/pittsburgh-pete-has-a-home/
And here is the link to his new home where there is a nice write up introducing Pete.
http://mountsbergraptorcentre.blogspot.com/2009/10/pittsburgh-pete.html
A big thank you to Kate, Judy and the Mountsberg Raptor Centre for keeping us updated on Pete and ensuring that he has a home and will be cared for!
Posted on November 3, 2009 11:14 am
