Tag: bird

Yes, if you are out early in the morning, even the animals are a little tired. This VERY cooperative red tail hawk patiently waited for me to take about 50 photos before I drove off. This one of a yawn… read more Yawning Red Tailed Hawk

This is a photo of a bald eagle within the city limits of Salem, Oregon. There are two nests in Minto-Brown Island Park, but this one was several miles/km away. Sometimes, it is best to just keep your eyes open… read more Urban Bald Eagle

The osprey, occasionally called a sea hawk, river hawk, or fish hawk, is a large raptor that is about 24 in/60 cm in length and with a 50–70 in/125–180 cm wingspan. They are the only raptor whos outer toe is… read more Osprey Nest

Sometimes called a turkey buzzard, this large bird has a very wide range. They can be found from southern Canada to the tip of South America. Weighing in at 1.8 to 5.3 lb/0.8 to 2.41 kg, and with a wingspan… read more Turkey Vulture

This cute little bird, isn’t just roadside – it is on the top of the car. The Canada Jay is unique in that is hatches young during the winter. Like squirrels and chipmunks, they stash food for the winter. The… read more Canada Jay

These two were spotted in the Summer Lake Wildlife Area. Threatened years ago, the white-faced ibis has made a remarkable turnaround. Like many birds, their egg shells were so soft after exposure to the pesticide DDT the parents would crush… read more White-faced Ibis

The Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge, located just off of I-5 south of Salem, is home to over 200 bird species. The refuge is over 1,700 acres/6.9 sq km dedicated to bird habitat. The refuge consist of several natural ponds and… read more Great Blue Heron

This photograph of an Osprey was taken over Smith Rock State Park, just north of Redmond, Oregon. Smith Rock State Park is considered the birthplace of modern sport climbing. The park contains the first U.S. climb rated 5.14C (Pro level). There… read more Osprey

One of many near the Oregon Coast, this one was at the parking area at Boiler Bay. Download HD Wallpaper