Category Archives: Friends of Murphys Point

This week’s #SpeciesOfTheWeek is the Fallfish (Semotilus corporalis). Fallfish are one of the largest minnow species in North America, reaching over 40cm in length. Often mistaken for Creek Chub, the body of an adult is olive to golden-brown with dorsal … Continue reading →

This week’s #SpeciesOfTheWeek is Ontario’s smallest, but loudest, frog. Spring Peepers are under 4 cm in length, a bit smaller than other chorus frogs. The Latin name, Pseudacris crucifer, means cross-bearer and refers to their distinctive X-shaped mark on the … Continue reading →

Our featured #SpeciesOfTheWeek this week is the Eastern Chipmunk. Residing in hardwood forests, chipmunks are quite common at Murphys Point. While normally seen alone, defending their burrow, Eastern Chipmunks are often found with others of their kind during their mating … Continue reading →