It’s amazing how fast the temps change on the Oregon Coast; even in the Spring. I believe it depends on which way the wind blows. (Maybe that’s obvious to a meteorologist. hahaha)
swallow nest
We had a long, wet spring and it seems like the wildlife cycle is a little late. That’s not a scientific fact; just a feeling.
very ripe Salmonberry
The wild berries also seem a little late. I love the Salmonberries when they are a little over-ripe like this one. And I think they are the prettiest when red rather than the earlier school bus orange. I’ve found that the Salmonberries that get more sun aren’t as sweet; no matter how ripe they are. So look for a bush that is mostly shaded during the day.
We don’t see the grosbeaks all summer but they are here this week. The Blackheaded grosbeaks are the most common. The Evening grosbeaks are the most colorful.
Male Blackheaded Grosbeak
Female Blackheaded Grosebeak
Male Evening Grosbeak
The hummers stick around as soon as they find a feeder.
Male Rufous HummingbirdRufous Hummingbird – young male
The Tree Swallows are looking for a good place to nest. This couple had a little chickadee chewing them out though. So we don’t know if they raided the chickadee’s nest or if they were encroaching on each other’s territory.
