Gold Finch
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A goldfinch is a small bird with bright yellow and black feathers. It is a common bird found in North America and Europe, and is known for its distinctive song
Posts about birds in the Northwest that includes pictures and descriptions. Photos are by Jonathan Swanson
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Yellow-Rumped Warbler
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The Yellow-rumped Warbler is a small songbird that breeds in North America and winters in Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of South America. It is known for its distinctive
Ruby Crowned Kinglet
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The Ruby-crowned Kinglet is a small songbird that is found in North America. It is one of the smallest birds in North America, measuring only about 4 inches in length.
Western Screech Owl in Oaks Bottom
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The Western Screech Owl is a small owl species found in western North America. They are typically around 8-10 inches in length and have a wingspan of around 20 inches.
The White Breasted Nuthatch
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A White Breasted Nuthatch is a small bird that is found in many parts of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia. They are known for their unique ability
The Spotted Towhee
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The Spotted Towhee is a bird species native to North America. It is a member of the sparrow family and is known for its distinctive black and white spotted plumage.
The Rufus Hummingbird
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Rufus hummingbirds are small, colorful birds that are found in western North America, from Alaska to Mexico. They are known for their bright orange-red feathers on their throats, which are
Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge March 22 2023
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Today was a beautiful day. I was able to photograph an American Kestrel that was hunting field mice. I also found an American Screech Owl and took some nice photos
Watching The Eagles on Super Bowl Sunday
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I always enjoy photographing wildlife on Super Bowl Sunday. It is always very tranquil outside when everyone is inside glued to their screens. There is also a lot less traffic
The Western Screech Owl
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Screech owls are a species of small owl native to North America. They are known for their distinctive call, which is a loud, high-pitched trill that can be heard for
Harry The Heron
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I have named this Great Blue Heron Harry. This Heron lets me get very close. This is not typical of most Great Blue Herons that tend to be skittish. I
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The Sellwood Peregrine Falcons
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There are Peregrine falcons that have been nesting under the Sellwood bridge in Portland Oregon. The sun came out today and I was able to get a good picture of
The Plight of the Female Anna’s Hummingbird
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Male hummingbirds do not make good fathers. They are always trying to impress the females with their courtship dives and frequently looking for a new mate. The females get left
Neskowin in December
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I spent the last two days in Neskowin. There was some big winter storms and lots of rain. I was able to find a small break in the storm and
My Photo Journal
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I consider myself a photo journalist. My photo journals include images from the Oregon Coast, Wildlife Refuges, and parks. I am soon heading to Hawaii and I will be bringing
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Bald Eagles in Sellwood Oregon
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Bald Eagles in Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge: A Symbol of Conservation and Ecological Restoration Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, located in Portland, Oregon, is a crucial habitat for a diverse range
Rainbow Duck Calendar
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I am excited to have published a 2023 Calendar featuring my photos of wood ducks and mandarin ducks. Mandarin Ducks are considered one of the world’s most colorful birds. The
Woodpeckers are Beautiful
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There are many beautiful species of woodpeckers in Oregon. They can also be slightly annoying when they wake you up at 4 Am pounding on your gutter downspout. I have
A Great Blue Heron in Oaks Bottom
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A series of photos of a Great blue Heron perched in a tree in Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge. You can see Herons in Oaks Bottom all year round. The great
Eagles on The Willamette River
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Today was a perfect day to be out on the River. I decided to paddle up the in my Kayak to search for Bald Eagles. Here are a few pictures