Looking at eBird – Part 2. Setting the Stage
The Geography of North Central Washington Swept by massive floods, scraped by glaciers and ice sheets, ravaged by wildfire, and manipulated by humans – these are the forces behind the Continue Reading →
Month: December 2021
Raptor Ramblings – December 2021 – Mansfield
As we turn up Pine Canyon, Amanda says, “The weather looks a little ‘iffy’ up ahead.” “Looks like heavy clouds up towards Waterville,” I answer. “Yep!” I pull over to Continue Reading →
Raptor Ramblings – December 2021 – Dry Falls Junction
Today’s survey got started a little late. The tire pressure light on my car told me that the air in one of my tires was low. I didn’t think it Continue Reading →
eBird use is increasing in North Central Washington
A “birder” is a person who watches wild birds for enjoyment. An eBirder is a person who writes down their bird observations and submits them to the Cornell Lab of Continue Reading →
Raptor Ramblings – December 2021 – Coulee City
It is snowing at home as we prepare to take off for our survey. Not a good sign! However, upon checking the WSDOT road cams, the weather looks relatively clear Continue Reading →
Curious about hummingbirds?
It is possible to see four hummingbird species in north-central Washington: Anna’s, Calliope, Black-chinned, and Rufous. Of the four species, only Anna’s is resident year-round in much of the North Continue Reading →