Introduction Earlier this fall, I was playing tourist in Olympia, and visited the McLane Creek Nature Trail in the Capitol State Forest. It is a
High Dune Wetlands
What is a wetland? Wetlands are defined as land that is covered by water or where water is near the surface for at least part of the year. These
Everything You Need to Know About Cougars: Part 1
Introduction Our little piece of coastal paradise is home to one of the most diverse arrays of wildlife that you will ever encounter. Whether it be
Yellow Flag Iris
If you’ve taken a walk through the dunes in the late spring, you have probably seen yellow irises blooming. These are yellow flag irises (Iris
Trumpeter Swans
Introduction and Habitat Trumpeter Swans (scientific name: Cygnus buccinator) are some of the most extraordinary birds you will ever encounter. They
Changing Seasons on the Pacific Flyway
The Pacific Flyway is a main flyway for migratory birds that spans about 4,000 miles north-to-south, from Alaska to Patagonia and about 1,000 miles
A Day in the Life of a Duck
Migratory waterfowl, like ducks, are considered to be among the most transient creatures in the natural world. But, while ducks are often on the move,
Takeoffs and Landings
A Closer Look at Waterfowl Movements Photo by Vincent van Zalinge on Unsplash Washington State is situated along the migratory bird pathway known
The Cackling Goose
In a recent post, we talked about Canadian Geese, which are one of the best known waterfowl in existence today. However, there is a lesser known bird