Josephine County

Selma, and the surrounding farmland, can be somewhat productive. California Quail and Yellow-breasted Chat can be found here. A trip to the Illinois River could bring Yellow-breasted Chat, Great Blue Heron, Spotted Sandpiper, Downy Woodpecker, Wil...

Mixed conifer forest and riparian wetlands can be found here. Mountain Quail, Acorn Woodpecker, Hutton’s Vireo, Chestnut-backed Chickadee, Olive-sided Flycatcher, Cassin’s Vireo, Nashville Warbler, Western Tanager, Black-headed Grosbea...

Open grasslands, pasture, oak woodlands and the riparian areas around Deer Creek provide a wide variety of birding opportunities. Some species to look for include Western Kingbird, Violet-green Swallow, Acorn Woodpecker, California Quail, Red-brea...

Like most of the local “river parks” this one can be good for migrating birds in the spring and fall and waterfowl associated with the river. Check the large trees in the park and the riverfront areas for birds attracted to the river. ...

This is a very popular birding area. A quick look at the bird list there explains why. Common species include Pied-billed Grebe, Great Egret, Green Heron, Black-crowned Night-heron, Wood Duck, Common Merganser, Bald Eagle, Cooper’s Hawk, Red...

Wolf Creek itself is not particularly birdy (although it is famous for producing an Ovenbird once. The park is worth checking out but the main attraction is Lower Wolf Creek Road which takes you through a nice forested area. Timber of varying ages...