The glaucous-winged gull (Larus glaucescens) is one of the most widespread gulls in Washington State. They can be found year-round on the Pacific
Western Gull
The western gull (Larus occidentalis) is rarely found far from the Pacific Ocean. Their year-round range extends along the Pacific Coast of North
The Willow (American) Goldfinch: A Symbol of Our State
In the 1920s, the General Federation of Women's Clubs had an idea. They thought that every state in America should name an official state bird. The
Pine Siskins
Pine Siskins (scientific name Spinus pinus) are birds that are as abundant as they are erratic. Some years, they come south from their primary
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
The Horned Grebe
On the surface, the Horned Grebe seems like one tough duck. The reason that you might think that is because the species spends its summers in lakes
Surf Scoters
Fall is zipping by here in our little piece of coastal paradise known as Ocean Shores. This means that old man winter can't be too far off. And when
Steller’s Jays
Steller's Jays are a common sight in the forests of the Western United States. They love the dense, coniferous woods of the various mountain ranges in
Magnificent Mallard Ducks
Mallard Ducks are possibly the most familiar duck species in existence. If you have spent any amount of time outside, you've probably seen one or more