White-winged Dove
Adult Description Size: 11.5” Plumage/Description: Male and female plumage similar. A large dove species, larger than Mourning Dove. In flight large patch of white visible on upper wing, tip of tail outlined with white feathers. When at rest the entire wing has a...
Cliff Swallow
Adults Description Size: 5.5” Plumage/Description: Male and female plumage similar. In flight the one characteristic that makes identifying this species fairly easy is the pale Rufous/buffy color on the rump. Dark head, short dark tail and long dark wings which...
Chipping Sparrow
Adults Description Size: 5.5” Plumage/Description: Male and female plumage similar. Breeding plumage is more striking. Crisp colors include a Rufous cap, a black stripe through the eye, gray nape, rump, throat, breast and belly. Back and wings are a rich brown...
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...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.
