Ten native bird species in Oregon, along with their diets and typical habitats.
These descriptions provide a general overview, and individual preferences can vary.
Consult local birding guides and organizations for more detailed information about specific bird species in your region.
Western Meadowlark (Sturnella neglecta):
Diet: Insects, seeds, and plant matter.
Habitat: Grasslands, agricultural fields, and open areas.
Source: Audubon Society, Western Meadowlark Guides
American Robin (Turdus migratorius):
Diet: Primarily insects, earthworms, and berries.
Habitat: Various habitats, including forests, suburban areas, and gardens.
Source: Cornell Lab of Ornithology, All About Birds - American Robin
3Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna):
Diet: Nectar from flowers and small insects for protein.
Habitat: Woodlands, gardens, parks, and urban areas.
Source: Audubon Society, Anna's Hummingbird Guide
Black-capped Chickadee (Poecile atricapillus):
Diet: Insects, seeds, berries, and sometimes small fruits.
Habitat: Forests, woodlands, gardens, and urban areas.
Source: Cornell Lab of Ornithology, All About Birds - Black-capped Chickadee
Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus):
Diet: Ants, beetles, other insects, and berries.
Habitat: Forest edges, woodlands, parks, and urban areas.
Source: Audubon Society, Northern Flicker Guide
Varied Thrush (Ixoreus naevius):
Diet: Insects, berries, and other plant matter.
Habitat: Coniferous and mixed forests, particularly near water.
Source: Cornell Lab of Ornithology, All About Birds - Varied Thrush
Steller's Jay (Cyanocitta stelleri):
Diet: Insects, small vertebrates, eggs, and acorns.
Habitat: Forests, woodlands, and residential areas.
Source: Audubon Society, Steller's Jay Guide
Mountain Bluebird (Sialia currucoides):
Diet: Insects and berries, including juniper berries.
Habitat: Open grasslands, meadows, and farmlands.
Source: Cornell Lab of Ornithology, All About Birds - Mountain Bluebird
Northern Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium gnoma):
Diet: Small birds, rodents, insects.
Habitat: Forested areas, especially coniferous forests.
Source: Audubon Society, Northern Pygmy Owl Guide
Osprey (Pandion haliaetus):
Diet: Almost exclusively fish caught by diving into water.
Habitat: Near freshwater bodies such as rivers, lakes, and coastal waters.
Source: Audubon Society, Osprey Guide
Remember that the availability of food and habitat can influence bird behavior and distribution.
Providing native plants, appropriate food sources, and suitable nesting sites in your yard can attract these and other native bird species to your area.
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