Nature Photographer and Music Producer
Posts about birds in the Northwest that includes pictures and descriptions. Photos are by Jonathan Swanson
I have been documenting an Anna’s hummingbird nest and it is getting very close for the baby hummingbirds to leave the nest. You can see in the video that it
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Today we celebrate earth day. Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22nd to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote sustainable practices. God has blessed us with
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The Red-breasted Sapsucker is a species of woodpecker found in western North America. They are named for their habit of drilling small holes in trees to feed on the sap
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The American robin is a medium-sized songbird that is native to North America. It is a common bird that is known for its distinctive orange-red breast and gray-brown back and
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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 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
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