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The Courtships Rituals of The Green Winged Teal

jgustav71 January 2, 2025January 2, 2025

Courtship Rituals of Green-winged Teals at Oak Bottom Wildlife Refuge in December As the chill of December settles over Oak Bottom Wildlife Refuge, the serene landscape transforms into a vibrant stage for one of nature’s most captivating spectacles: the courtship rituals of the Green-winged Teal. This small, elegant duck, known for its striking plumage, engages in a series of intricate displays that not only showcase their beauty but also serve to attract mates during this critical time of year. The Setting Nestled among lush wetlands

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The Common Merganser

jgustav71 January 12, 2024January 12, 2024

Introduction: Oak Bottom Wildlife Refuge is a flourishing ecosystem located in northern California, renowned for its diverse range of avian species. Among the notable inhabitants of this refuge is the common merganser (Mergus merganser), a captivating waterfowl species that plays a vital role in the ecosystem. This essay aims to explore the habitat, behavior, and conservation of the common merganser in Oak Bottom Wildlife Refuge, shedding light on the importance of preserving this species and its environment. Habitat: The common merganser is predominantly found in

Winter in Oaks Bottom

jgustav71 December 13, 2023December 13, 2023

Here are some recent pictures from Oaks Bottom....

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Rainbow Duck Calendar

jgustav71 November 8, 2022July 25, 2023

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 Wood Ducks were photographed in Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden and Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge located in Portland Oregon. These ducks can truly be called Rainbow Ducks as they display all the vibrant colors of the rainbow. The title Rainbow Ducks came to me while I was photographing a Mandarin Duck in Happy Valley Park. I

DUCK DRAMA

jgustav71 March 17, 2022March 17, 2022

Here are two short videos that featuring mallards acting crazy. For a more dramatic effect, I added sound effects and music. Ducks sometimes get territorial and get a little crazy at times. The also have an interesting courtship ritual. Duck Fight Duck Love and Courtship...

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Mallards in the Willamette River

jgustav71 March 16, 2022March 16, 2022

Today I decided to focus on photographing the female mallard. It seems that the male mallards get all the attention of photographers with their beautiful colorful green and blue head and white collar. I think the female mallard is very beautiful with its intricate patterns and ability to blend in with her surroundings. This camouflage is useful when she is tending to her nest. It helps protect her from predators. I was able to get perfect late afternoon lighting and the ducks where very into

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