Author: Peter Pearsall

Natural History

Humongous Fungus of Southeast Oregon

Written by Peter Pearsall/Photo by Peter Pearsall What is the largest living organism on the planet? A number of candidates spring to mind, such as the 100-foot long, 190-ton blue

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Natural History

Mammals of Malheur

Written by Peter Pearsall The unique wetland oasis of Malheur Refuge, surrounded by the sagebrush and juniper desert characteristic of the northern Great Basin, is well known for its migratory

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FOMR Volunteer Program

Welcome Alan and Sheran to FOMR Board!

Friends of Malheur Refuge’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the addition of Alan Contreras and Sheran Wright to its roster. Both are longstanding members of Oregon’s birding community

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FOMR News & Updates

FOMR’s Virtual Gathering

Written by Debby de Carlo First the Harney County Migratory Bird Festival, scheduled for mid-April, was canceled. Then the Friends Annual Meeting and Weekend Gathering, was canceled. As COVID 19

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Natural History

Our Resident Quail

Written by Peter Pearsall/Photo by Peter Pearsall Malheur Refuge is celebrated for the incredible quantity and diversity of migratory birds that use its many habitat types through the seasons, but

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