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Posts and photos gallery of hawks, eagles, and falcons
Perched like a living sentinel above the glassy surface of the pond, the young bald eagle looked at once tentative and regal. Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge — an unexpected pocket
Continue readingThe Eagles of Oaks Bottom
There are mornings that remind you why you carry a camera. My recent walk into Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge turned into one of those days: a red-tailed hawk quartering the
Continue readingA Perfect Afternoon at Oaks Bottom: Hawks, Otters, and Herons in Flight
Today I had a thrilling first: I photographed a Merlin (Falco columbarius) while walking through Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge. I’ve been coming here for about 12 years and this was
Continue readingMy First Merlin — A Surprise Sighting at Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge
This morning’s walk through Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge I had a close encounter with a Red Tailed Hawk that was clearly used to human presence. Perched high on a telephone
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Experience the abundance of nature in the OaksBottom wetland area, where a vibrant fish population in the Willamette River sustains a diverse community of wildlife. From graceful egrets to majestic
Continue readingOaks Bottom in December
Experiencing the Majesty of Nature! Today was truly exceptional, a day filled with wonder and beauty. Every moment was a perfect opportunity to witness the grace of Bald Eagles, Great
Continue readingThe First Day of September in Oaks Bottom
Here is a series of bald eagle photos. This eagle is nesting on proposal rock in Neskowin Oregon....
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🦅 Majestic and awe-inspiring, the American bald eagle is a symbol of freedom, strength, and resilience. As the national bird and emblem of the United States of America, this magnificent
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Introduction: Urban environments are often associated with concrete jungles and bustling city life, leaving little room for wildlife to thrive. However, there are exceptions to this notion, and Oaks Bottom
Continue readingCooper’s Hawk in Oaks Bottom: A Study of Urban Wildlife