Cedar Waxwing
Adult Description Size: 7.25” Plumage/Description: A striking bird not easily confused with any other species that occurs in this area. Male and female plumage similar. Distinguishing features include a black mask through the eyes, a crest, and red ‘waxy’ tips on...
Cassin’s Finch
Male Female Description Size: 6.25” Plumage/Description: Male plumage is striking in good light. Feathers on crown appear slightly raised, almost like a crest, and are a brilliant, intense red color. Red on throat, breast, and rump. Female plumage is heavy,...
Canyon Towhee
Adults Description Size: 9.0” Plumage/Description: Males and females have similar plumage. Overall a gray-brown bird, with a slight touch of Rufous on the crown of the head, and under the tail. The throat area has faint streaking with dark spots. Has a dark...
Calliope Hummingbird
Adult Description Size: 3.25” Plumage/Description: Our smallest hummingbird in North America. Males have an all green back, with mottled green flanks. The gorget (throat) area is streaked with a beautiful iridescent red color. The coloration pattern on the throat...Weekly Articles
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Online Bird Guide
Interested in learning more about local birds? We have a wonderful online bird guide set up. This guide is here to help assist casual, novice or beginner backyard birders.
