Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge
Oregon · West
About This Location
Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 240 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall among many others. The diverse terrain supports both resident specialties and Pacific Flyway migrants throughout the year.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Dusky Flycatcher
Empidonax oberholseri
Nashville Warbler
Leiothlypis ruficapilla
Brant
Branta bernicla
Brant (Black)
Branta bernicla
Western Flycatcher
Empidonax difficilis
Wilson's Warbler
Cardellina pusilla
Evening Grosbeak (Northwestern or type 1)
Hesperiphona vespertina
Black-throated Gray Warbler
Setophaga nigrescens
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
White-crowned Sparrow
Golden-crowned Sparrow
Great Horned Owl
Canada Goose
Wood Duck
Cinnamon Teal
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
Mallard
Green-winged Teal
Ring-necked Duck
Lesser Scaup
Bufflehead
Mourning Dove
Sora
Killdeer
Pied-billed Grebe
Turkey Vulture
Bald Eagle
Red-tailed Hawk
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.
Amenities
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