Tag Archives: Western Painted Turtle

North Portland

Posted on May 27, 2021 by John Rakestraw

Our team for the Audubon Society of Portland’s Birdathon birded several sites in the northern parts of Portland. The weather was cool and rainy, not conducive to photography or bird activity, but we ended our efforts with 76 species for … Continue reading →

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Smith and Bybee Wetlands

Posted on June 7, 2015 by John Rakestraw

Nesting season is in full swing at Smith and Bybee Wetlands in northwest Portland. There is a small colony of Cliff Swallows nesting under the highway overpass. Here is the tail end of a Cedar Waxwing sitting on a nest. … Continue reading →

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