Black Butte Ranch
Oregon · West
Moderate
March-May, September-November
About This Location
Black Butte Ranch is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts White-headed Woodpecker, Pygmy Nuthatch, and Canada Goose 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
White-headed Woodpecker
Leuconotopicus albolarvatus
Green-tailed Towhee
Pipilo chlorurus
White-winged Dove
Zenaida asiatica
American Redstart
Setophaga ruticilla
Ruffed Grouse
Bonasa umbellus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Cinnamon Teal
Mallard
Wilson's Phalarope
Northern Harrier
Red-breasted Sapsucker
Olive-sided Flycatcher
Western Wood-Pewee
Steller's Jay
Common Raven
Tree Swallow
Northern House Wren
American Robin
Song Sparrow
Lincoln's Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Brewer's Blackbird
Common Yellowthroat
Northern Yellow Warbler
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
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Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
- 3
Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.
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