Author Archives: Friends of Murphys Point

This week we turn our attention to arguably one of the most stunning waterfowl, the Wood Duck (Aix sponsa). The adult males have iridescent chestnut and green plumage, with intricate patterns on each feather. The females are less colourful but … Continue reading →

This week’s #SpeciesOfTheWeek is Ontario’s provincial tree, the Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus). This is the tallest tree we have in Eastern Canada! The tallest White Pine is a whopping 47 meters tall and it is located close to Ottawa. … Continue reading →

This week’s #SpeciesOfTheWeek is the North American Porcupine (Erethizon dorsatum). It is the second-largest rodent in North America after the beaver, and also has the most northerly range of any rodent species. The characteristic 3” barbed quills on the back … Continue reading →