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
Barrow’s Goldeneye
Barrow’s goldeneye (Bucephala islandica) is one of three members of the genus Bucephala, along with common goldeneyes (B. clangula) and buffleheads
White-Winged Scoters
When you think about a medium sized black bird, what comes to mind? Crows? They certainly fit the bill. However, they are not the only medium sized
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 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
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