Vanport Wetlands
Oregon · West
Moderate
March-May, September-November
About This Location
Vanport Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Wood Duck among many others. The diverse terrain supports both resident specialties and Pacific Flyway migrants throughout the year.
Location
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Notable Species
Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Indigo Bunting
Passerina cyanea
Common Nighthawk
Chordeiles minor
Eastern Kingbird
Tyrannus tyrannus
Wilson's Phalarope
Phalaropus tricolor
Black Tern
Chlidonias niger
Sandhill Crane
Antigone canadensis
White-throated Sparrow
Zonotrichia albicollis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Wood Duck
Gadwall
Mallard
Double-crested Cormorant
Tree Swallow
American Robin
Cedar Waxwing
House Finch
Lesser Goldfinch
Vaux's Swift
Anna's Hummingbird
Great Blue Heron
Red-breasted Sapsucker
Western Wood-Pewee
Western Warbling Vireo
American Crow
Violet-green Swallow
Barn Swallow
Bewick's Wren
European Starling
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.
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Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.
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