My Bird Book

Last stop on our virtual tour this week is the Natural Resources Gallery. Today, inspired by Dr. Brereton, we celebrate birds in Simcoe County. Dr. Brereton was a dentist, and one of the country’s outstanding amateur authorities on birds. He played a key role in building the Royal Ontario Museum’s bird collection, and Simcoe County Museum is also home to a significant collection, including the now extinct Passenger Pigeon.  

With the reduced traffic in many areas of Simcoe County, it’s a great time to hear the birds in the backyard, or during a walk. The next time you head outside, why not make​ this booklet to take with you and see if you can spot some of these birds, or many of the different species that live in Simcoe County.   

Let us know about the birds you find!​