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Tag Archives: Beaver
Broughton Beach
Nala and I walked along the Columbia River from Broughton Beach to the Sea Scout base. Greater Scaup was the most numerous species on the river, with smaller numbers of Lesser Scaup (fifth bird from the right) Great Scaup (upper … Continue reading
Early Spring
This is that long awkward time of year between winter and spring. The big winter flocks have broken up, but the spring migrants haven’t returned yet. As I have said before, there is always something to see, but we have … Continue reading
Always something to look at
My birding has been limited lately, and walks in heavy cover under cloudy skies don’t produce many photo opportunities, but there is always something to see. Final Score: Beaver: 1 Protective netting: 0 Licorice Ferns Rough-skinned Newt, one of the … Continue reading
Washington County
I checked some of the birding sites in Washington County recently. The first stop was Rogers Park in Forest Grove (Birding Oregon p. 62). This is the home of one of the northernmost colonies of Acorn Woodpeckers. These are fascinating … Continue reading
Posted in mammals, OR Birding Sites
Tagged Acorn Woodpecker, Beaver, California Gull, Fernhill Wetlands, Long-billed Dowitcher
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