Bald Eagle series from South Beach of Neskowin Oregon
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Here is a series of bald eagle photos. This eagle is nesting on proposal rock in Neskowin Oregon.
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The Fascinating Cabbage White Butterfly: A Visitor to Your Garden
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Are you seeing delicate white butterflies fluttering around your garden lately? Chances are, they might be the charming cabbage white butterflies (Pieris rapae) paying you a visit. I had a
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Baby Screech Owls
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Here is a video compilation of Baby Screech owls in Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge in Portland Oregon.
Praying Mantis
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Praying mantises are considered beneficial insects for gardens because they eat many types of insect pests that can damage crops and plants. These pests include flies, beetles, moths, grasshoppers, crickets, and
Another Neskowin Adventure
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I spent a few days in Neskowin doing some work on an old beach house. I was carless with a carpet knife and sliced my finger. I also did some
Songbirds of Oaksbottom Quiz
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I have created a multiple question quiz that will quiz you with up to 30 different birds.
The Harmonius Flight of the Humingbird
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Here is a classical choir paying homage to the small wonders of nature.
The American Bushtit in Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge
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Here is a series of photos featuring the American Bushtit. These birds seem to never sit still. It makes it a challenge to photograph them.
Spring Is Around The Corner
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Today was a beautiful day and it felt like Spring that officially starts on March 19. These scenes are from my walk around Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge in Portland Oregon.
Western Screech Owls in Oaks Bottom
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Anna’s Humming Birds
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Northern Flicker
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The Northern flicker, also known as the Colaptes auratus, is a medium-sized woodpecker that is commonly found in North America. This bird is known for its unique appearance, behavior, and
Anna’s Hummingbirds in Sellwood
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I have found a good place to photograph Anna’s Hummingbirds near Sellwood Park in Portland Oregon. It is close to the Willamette River and is a place I frequently visit
New World Symphony Antonín Dvořák performed by the Jonathan Swanson Trio
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Beauty in art and music plays a crucial role in human experience. It not only provides aesthetic pleasure and emotional resonance but also serves as a vital counterbalance to the
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Why Are There So Many Songs About Rainbows?
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The rainbow, a natural spectacle, has long stood as a symbol of hope, renewal, and the promise of tranquility following a storm. Its representation within the world of music is
Scenes from Oaks Bottom
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Today I spent most of the day in Oaks Bottom. Here is a compilation video of some of my favorite photos and videos from today. It includes a belted king
🎵 Song Sparrows: The Jazz Musicians of the Avian World 🎵
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🎵 Song Sparrows: The Jazz Musicians of the Avian World 🎵 Have you ever wondered if birds can jam just like jazz musicians? Well, look no further than the talented
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Title: The Therapeutic Virtues of Nature: An Imperative for Regular Engagement
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In an era dominated by digital screens and urban landscapes, the intrinsic value of nature in enhancing human well-being has never been more pertinent. The therapeutic virtues of nature, long
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Anna’s Hummingbirds in Sellwood Oregon
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Anna’s hummingbirds (Calypte anna) are a species of hummingbird native to the west coast of North America, ranging from British Columbia in Canada down through California and into parts of