Bushtits are small, active birds that are found throughout North America. They are a common bird found all year round in Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge. They are known for their distinctive appearance, with a round body, long tail, and small, pointed bill. Despite their small size, bushtits are highly social birds that live in large flocks and work together to build intricate nests. The females are identifiable by their yellow eyes. The males have fully dark eyes. One of the most interesting aspects of bushtits

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The American robin is a medium-sized songbird that is native to North America. It is a common bird that is known for its distinctive orange-red breast and gray-brown back and wings. The American robin is a migratory bird that spends the summer breeding season in Canada and the northern United States, and then migrates south to spend the winter in the southern United States, Mexico, and Central America. The American robin is a popular bird among birdwatchers and is often seen hopping around lawns and

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A goldfinch is a small bird with bright yellow and black feathers. It is a common bird found in North America and Europe, and is known for its distinctive song and acrobatic flight. The male goldfinch has a bright yellow body with black wings and a black cap, while the female has a more muted yellow color with brownish-gray wings. Goldfinches are often seen feeding on thistle and other seeds, and are popular among birdwatchers and backyard bird enthusiasts. These photos were taken in Oaks

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The Yellow-rumped Warbler is a small songbird that breeds in North America and winters in Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of South America. It is known for its distinctive yellow patch on its rump, as well as its ability to survive in cold temperatures by switching its diet from insects to berries. The Yellow-rumped Warbler is a common sight in many wooded areas and can often be seen flitting through the trees in search of food....

The Ruby-crowned Kinglet is a small songbird that is found in North America. It is one of the smallest birds in North America, measuring only about 4 inches in length. The bird is named for the ruby-red crown patch on the head of the male, which is usually concealed. The female lacks the ruby crown and has a yellow patch on her head instead. Ruby-crowned Kinglets are known for their high-pitched, rapid songs and their active, restless behavior as they flit through trees and shrubs

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A White Breasted Nuthatch is a small bird that is found in many parts of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia. They are known for their unique ability to climb down trees headfirst, which is a behavior that is not commonly seen in other bird species. Nuthatches have a distinctive appearance, with a compact body, short tail, and strong legs and feet that are adapted for climbing. They are also known for their distinctive calls, which can be heard in many wooded areas.

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The Spotted Towhee is a bird species native to North America. It is a member of the sparrow family and is known for its distinctive black and white spotted plumage. The male has a black head, back, and tail, with white spots on its wings and back, while the female has a brownish-gray head and back with the same white spots. They are commonly found in brushy areas, woodlands, and suburban gardens. This bird was curious after I recorded and played back its song on

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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...