Is the scissor-tailed flycatcher rare?

What happened to the rare scissor-tailed flycatcher?

Birders from across the region have been in the Dorval Technoparc to try and get a glimpse of the rare Scissor-tailed Flycatcher that may have been blown off course and wound up in Quebec, far from its Southern Texas home. SOURCE: Poncho Michel Beaudet.

Is there a flycatcher in Montreal’s Technoparc?

Coutu is an avian behavioural specialist, and working on a five-person team, they identified the bird as a scissor-tailed flycatcher. Usually found in southern U.S., Coutu said there have been maybe 20 recorded sightings in the province of Quebec and none before in Montreal. But there it was, flitting around in St-Laurent borough’s Technoparc.

How many species of birds have been spotted at Technoparc this year?

And this was apparently a quiet day — 185 species of birds have been spotted at the Technoparc in the last year. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.

Is that a scissor-tailed flycatcher in Technoparc?

But there it was, flitting around in St-Laurent borough’s Technoparc. The scissor-tailed flycatcher is sometimes called the Texas bird-of-paradise, and is recognizable by its long tail. (Submitted by Lory Cantin)

Can the Technoparc wetlands be saved?

The second annual Good Friday Migration to save the Technoparc Wetlands is coming up soon. Nature lovers, birdwatchers and photographers will join together to bring awareness to the development threats looming over this number one birdwatching hotspot on the Island of Montreal.

What is the head of a flycatcher like?

The head often appears flat on top, but phoebes sometimes raise the feathers up into a peak. Like most small flycatchers, they have short, thin bills used for catching insects. Slightly larger than a Tufted Titmouse.

What kind of birds live in Technoparc?

The Technoparc region is home to six birds of prey, including the red-tailed and red-shouldered hawks and the Northern Harrier. In the fall, six species of owls nest in the region, the only place in Quebec where you can spot so many species of the reclusive bird in one day.

What are the plans for the Technoparc?

Carl Baillargeon, director of communications and marketing of the Technoparc, says the plans would preserve part of the natural area and avoid the main marsh. An observation deck would also be built to allow nature lovers to see the land up close.

What rare birds were seen on the bird count day?

Some of the resident birds that were sighted on the bird counting day were white-throated kingfisher, red munia and black-winged stilt, among others. We have been spotting many rare birds due to less pollution this year, he added.

Are there any more detailed analyses of newly described species?

No further detailed analyses have been published since the 1992 paper, although the British magazine Birding World has published two articles by Oscar van Rootselaar listing newly described species since 1990:

How can we protect our ecosystems from invasive species?

If you’re planning a garden or landscaping your yard, do some research to see which plants are native to your area. This will help prevent invasive species from damaging the ecosystem. In general, bees and birds are more likely to pollinate native trees, which will help to support growth in nearby wetlands.

What is the future of the Technoparc wetlands?

For the moment, the future of an area known as the Technoparc wetlands is bogged down in acrimony and court challenges over duelling visions for an ecologically and economically sensitive area. This vast swath of undeveloped land is nestled between Trudeau International Airport to the south and Highway 40 to the north.

How can we protect the wetlands?

Protecting the environment helps protect the wetlands, especially since trash can make its way into the water. The best and easiest way to protect the environment is by limiting your household waste. If a product is recyclable, separate it from your other trash to be recycled.

What will happen if Louisiana’s wetlands disappear?

As wetlands vanish, fish and migrating birds lose critical habitat. Some of these species are already endangered. Human lives are at stake, too. More than half of Louisiana’s population lives along the water, and many of these people rely on fishing and shipping to survive.

Did you spot the rare scissor-tailed flycatcher at Dorval?

Photographer Amy Tremblay was eager to spot the Scissor-tailed Flycatcher at the Dorval Technoparc and got a shot of the bird rarely seen in the province. SOUCRE: Amy Tremblay.

Where can I see rare birds in Montreal?

MONTREAL — Head to the Dorval Technoparc west of the City of Montreal and you are likely to see two things: a rare bird that typically lives in Southern Texas and a whole lot of birders with binoculars and cameras with long lenses trying to catch a glimpse of it.

Is there a scissor-tailed flycatcher in the Technopark?

Birders have been streaming to the Technopark for the past two weeks to get a look at a juvenile Scissor-tailed Flycatcher that showed up far from its typical home on the Southern Great Plains.

Why visit the Technoparc wetlands?

Little known, the Technoparc Wetlands and surrounding areas are home to a vast array of biodiversity including large numbers of nesting and migrating birds. Two threatened species, the Least Bittern and the Wood Thrush are among the many raising their young here.

How many new species of birds have been discovered in Sulawesi?

In a study published today in Science, researchers describe five new species of birds and five new subspecies—10 new birds!—from Taliabu, Peleng, and the Togian islands off the eastern coast of Sulawesi.

When did Oscar van Rootselaar publish the first bird taxonomy?

No further detailed analyses have been published since the 1992 paper, although the British magazine Birding World has published two articles by Oscar van Rootselaar listing newly described species since 1990: van Rootselaar, Oscar (1999).

What would happen if Louisiana’s fishing grounds disappear?

Lacoast.gov reports that the Louisiana seafood industry contributes to over 2.8 billion dollars and over forty thousand jobs to the economy each year ( www.lacoast.gov ). The economy would suffer a huge loss if these fishing grounds continue to disappear.

Why are Louisiana’s wetlands so important?

These wetlands are home to thousands of species of animals and trees, some of which are protected by the federal government. The severe loss of Louisiana’s wetlands is a growing problem that will continue to grow at an alarming rate if nothing is done soon. Louisiana’s wetlands play a crucial role in the protection of the residents of Louisiana.