09-27-2004, 12:22 AM
VIEWING
Brown pelicans are on the north coast in good numbers. They are common in the lower Columbia estuary, and can be seen in many estuaries along the north coast. Also watch for them on offshore rocks like Three Arch Rocks, where they commonly roost when not out feeding in the estuaries and ocean.
The Twilight Eagle Sanctuary, located off of Highway 30 between Astoria and Svensen, is an excellent place to observe the large variety of birds that use the lower Columbia River estuary. Not only are eagles found in the area, but waterfowl, shorebirds, and songbirds associated with wetlands abound. There is a great viewing platform located along the river that allow for some excellent viewing opportunities.
Local ducks, like mallards, are starting to stage and group up in larger flocks. Some early migrating waterfowl have also been seen on the lower Columbia River and north coast estuaries.
Brown pelicans are on the north coast in good numbers. They are common in the lower Columbia estuary, and can be seen in many estuaries along the north coast. Also watch for them on offshore rocks like Three Arch Rocks, where they commonly roost when not out feeding in the estuaries and ocean.
The Twilight Eagle Sanctuary, located off of Highway 30 between Astoria and Svensen, is an excellent place to observe the large variety of birds that use the lower Columbia River estuary. Not only are eagles found in the area, but waterfowl, shorebirds, and songbirds associated with wetlands abound. There is a great viewing platform located along the river that allow for some excellent viewing opportunities.
Local ducks, like mallards, are starting to stage and group up in larger flocks. Some early migrating waterfowl have also been seen on the lower Columbia River and north coast estuaries.