Introduction In a recent post, we introduced you to the Greater Scaup, which is one of the many bird species you can find here in our little piece of
The Greater Scaup
Introduction A couple of weeks ago, a family member observed that they have been seeing more geese here in Ocean Shores, and, as a result, winter
Brant Geese
Introduction Now that we are in the depths of winter, our little piece of coastal paradise is playing host to a lot of Canada Geese and Cackling
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 Short-Billed Gull (Mew Gull)
The Short-Billed Gull (scientific name:Larus brachyrhynchus) is small gull that was recently renamed. Until this year (2021), this species was often
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