Astotin Dawn

Artist:

Adrian Thysse

Alberta, Canada

Notes:

The lake was never totally silent, but eventually the drone from roads and industry did die down sufficiently, leaving the sounds of dawn to be better appreciated. This is a bit late in the season for a true “dawn chorus”, but with all the activity and movement, it is a worthwhile listen. Birds in this clip, (besides the Canada Goose) include Red-necked Grebe, Pied Grebe, Sora Rail, Redhead, Wigeon, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Gadwall, American Robin, Red-winged Blackbird and the White-throated, Song and Chipping Sparrows.

June 14, 2026, 4:30 am, Astotin Lake, Elk Island National Park.

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