Tag Archives: American Robin

McNary Wildlife Nature Area

Posted on January 18, 2015 by John Rakestraw

Looking past the rather awkward name, the McNary Wildlife Nature Area is a great little spot for birding. The park, which came to my attention by hosting the recent Black-headed Gull, is located in the town of Umatilla, just downstream … Continue reading →

Posted in OR Birding Sites | Tagged American Robin, American White Pelican, Black-billed Magpie, Black-crowned Night-Heron, Black-headed Gull, California Gull, Cedar Waxwing, Common Goldeneye, Mew Gull, Ring-billed Gull | Leave a comment

Rentenaar Road, Sauvie Island

Posted on January 2, 2013 by John Rakestraw

Rentenaar Road, on Sauvie Island, is one of the better sparrow patches in the Portland area. I found ten species this morning, about typical for this time of year. This boldly patterned White-throated Sparrow was one of the prettier ones. … Continue reading →

Posted in OR Birding Sites, rarities | Tagged American Robin, Dark-eyed Junco, Golden-crowned Sparrow, Harris's Sparrow, Lincoln's Sparrow, Rentenaar Road, Sauvie Island, Song Sparrow, Spotted Towhee, White-crowned Sparrow, White-throated Sparrow | Leave a comment

Pittock Mansion 4-21-11

Posted on April 21, 2011 by John Rakestraw

The grounds around Pittock Mansion in northwest Portland are a favorite spot for spring migrants. Most people visit this park to tour the ostentatious limestone house, but birders prefer the brushy hillsides and the woods around the parking lot. Since … Continue reading →

Posted in OR Birding Sites, seasonal movements | Tagged American Robin, Chestnut-backed Chickadee, Fox Sparrow, Hermit Thrush, Pine Siskin, Pittock Mansion, Varied Thrush | 1 Comment

Tag Archives: American Robin

McNary Wildlife Nature Area

Rentenaar Road, Sauvie Island

Pittock Mansion 4-21-11

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