1st Visit to Malheur National Wildlife Refuge
Written by Lena Land Powell Butte, Oregon On May 30, 2023, I traveled with the Prineville Bird Club to Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. It was my first experience visiting and
June 27, 2023
Species Spotlight: American Coot
Written by Peter Pearsall/Photo by Peter Pearsall The American coot, scientifically known as Fulica americana, is a medium-sized waterbird found throughout North America. Despite its duck-like appearance, the American coot is
May 31, 2023
Species Spotlight: Bullock’s Oriole
A boldly colored member of the New World blackbird family, the Bullock’s oriole is a thrill to behold as it hops among branches of cottonwoods and other deciduous trees and shrubs, often not far from water, gleaning insects and other invertebrate prey.
May 4, 2023
Shorebirds and Drought in Eastern Oregon
Throughout eastern Oregon and the Intermountain West migrating and nesting shorebirds depend on saline and freshwater lakes, playas, and nearby wetlands for refueling during migration and for breeding. For example, Wilson’s Phalarope use saline lakes throughout the region as stopover habitat.
April 6, 2023
Species Spotlight: Spotted Towhee
Written by Peter Pearsall/Photo by Dan Streiffert One of the first songbirds to arrive in spring and among the last to depart in fall, the Spotted Towhee is a welcome
April 1, 2023
