Posts about birds in the Northwest that includes pictures and descriptions. Photos are by Jonathan Swanson

Category: Birds

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My Photo Journal

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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 my Fuji cameras. I am excited to photo journal this trip. Here are some recent pictures from Oaks Bottom and the Willamette River. Members can download this photo library....

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Bald Eagles in Sellwood Oregon

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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 of wildlife. Among its inhabitants, the majestic bald eagles (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) have become a symbol of conservation success and ecological restoration efforts. This essay aims to explore the significance of bald eagles in Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, highlighting their ecological role, conservation efforts, and the broader implications for biodiversity conservation. Ecological Role of Bald Eagles:

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Rainbow Duck Calendar

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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

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Woodpeckers are Beautiful

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There are many beautiful species of woodpeckers in Oregon. They can also be slightly annoying when they wake you up at 4 Am pounding on your gutter downspout. I have also extensive damage on the trim of my house. I have no hard feelings since they are just doing what they are programmed to do. They are also very beautiful creatures....

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A Great Blue Heron in Oaks Bottom

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A series of photos of a Great blue Heron perched in a tree in Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge. You can see Herons in Oaks Bottom all year round. The great blue heron is a majestic bird that is found throughout North America. It is a large wading bird, with a wingspan of up to six feet, and a height of up to four feet. Its long neck and long legs make it a distinctive sight in wetlands, marshes, and other areas near water. The great

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A Red Tailed Hawk in Oaks Bottom

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Today I encountered a Red Tailed Hawk in perfect lighting conditions. I was able to get about 15 feet from it and get some very close up shots. Please consider becoming a member. As a member you will be supporting me to continue to get bring you images like this. Members will have access to download royalty free high resolution images from my website....

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A Say’s Phoebe

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I photographed this bird in Oaks’ Bottom in Portland Oregon. This is a long slender bird and is related to flycatchers. It is between the size of a sparrow and a robin. It was in the field at oaks bottom catching bugs. I was able to get fairly close and get some nice pictures and videos. Here is a great web site to help identify birds. https://www.allaboutbirds.org...

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