In December 2022, the Portland Audubon community lost a beloved member of the flock. James Davis, an amazing naturalist and educator, served as Portland Audubon’s first director of education and his vision and expertise laid the foundation for much of the programming that continues to this day.
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When a Bald Eagle was hit by a vehicle on I-84, Oregon State Police were called to capture the eagle and they bring her into the Wildlife Care Center. Read on to learn about her injuries and recovery, as well as her release on New Year’s Day 2023!
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On December 24th in the midst of the ice storm and freezing temperatures, Portland Audubon’s Wildlife Care Center suffered extensive water damage throughout most of the facility due to broken water pipes. We want to provide an update to the community, and to thank you for your outpouring of support and offers of help during this time.
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Bob Sallinger’s 30 years as an advocate, activist, naturalist, wildlife researcher, and wildlife rehabber, and his deep ties to the community, have led to many of the most exciting conservation wins in Portland Audubon’s history, and not only have saved the lives of countless wild animals, but have transformed the Oregon landscape for future generations.
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This year, campers will be welcomed to Portland Audubon’s SWIFTS Nature Camp. SWIFTS is an acronym that encompasses much of what makes camp here so unique: Science, Wildlife, Imagination, Friendship, and Taking a Stand.
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Many birds migrate away from the colder regions in winter, but our friends spending the season here have myriad creative adaptations for staying warm.
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In December, Ocean Policy Advisory Council (OPAC) voted to move forward rocky habitat proposals that will establish protections and support on-the-ground stewardship efforts at six important sites on the coast which paves the way for them to be finalized for approval by the Land Conservation and Development Commission.
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Many wonder how our wildlife neighbors, Anna’s Hummingbirds, survive the cold weather. The amazing thing is Anna’s Hummingbirds are quite resilient in snow and freezing temperatures and are uniquely adapted to handle the cold. However, if you’d like to assist, here some tips for how you can do so safely.
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We have both exciting and hard news to share with you regarding our two beloved Ambassador Animals, Aristophanes the Raven and Ruby the Turkey Vulture. In early January both birds will be moving to the Point Defiance Zoo in Tacoma Washington.
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