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In the waning light of autumn, the Skagit Valley awakens with a quiet spectacle. Across the fields, the short-eared owls return, their wings slicing through the dusk like whispered echoes…

The Northern Harrier is a fierce and skillful raptor, particularly the female, whose larger size and strength make her a dominant presence over marshes and grasslands. She hunts with a…

The Allen's Hummingbird, a marvel of nature. This diminutive bird, with its fiery plumage and iridescent throat, epitomizes the wonders of avian endurance and tenacity. Each year, as the first…

In the serene marshlands and along the tranquil shores of our planet, a majestic sentinel often graces the landscape – the Great Blue Heron. These elegant creatures make their homes…

The Marsh Wren's intricate melody serves as a call for mates and a declaration of territory. It sings with closed eyes, immersed in its own music, epitomizing the profound bond between song and survival.

In the hushed embrace of Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge (NWR), a hidden gem along the Pacific coastline, a delicate ballet unfolds beneath the watchful gaze of reedy sentinels. Here,…

As the sun begins its descent over the Coal Oil Point Reserve in Santa Barbara, a delicate symphony unfolds along the shoreline, echoing the rhythms of nature in the fading…

Coal Oil Point Reserve West side of Santa Barbara December 2023 "The stretch of beach between Isla Vista and Ellwood (including Sands Beach) was designated “Critical Habitat” in December of…

December 2023 Santa Barbara Location: Coal Oil Reserve: Sanderlings (Calidris alba) are commonly found in coastal areas, and the Coal Oil Reserve is one of the habitats where these small…