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Monthly Archives: March 2016

25 Mar 2016

Rare Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted) in Mission Viejo / RSM 3-25-16

by OC Birds Admin | posted in: Bird Outings in Orange County, California, Perching Birds (Passiformes), Woodpeckers (Piciformes) | 6

The Northern Flicker is a stunning woodpecker species.  They are common in Orange County and can be heard calling and perhaps singing throughout the year though moreso in winter months.  They are easily distinguishable with their black polka dot chest … Continued

18 Mar 2016

Breeding Season and Migrants are arriving – March 18 2016

by OC Birds Admin | posted in: Perching Birds (Passiformes) | 0

This time of year is when many species (not all such as Lesser Goldfinch or Heermann’s Gull as some examples) begin their mating and you’re likely to hear “songs” and “calls”.  If unfamiliar between the two, songs are usually a … Continued

11 Mar 2016

Villa Park Flood Control Basin aka “Magic Basin”

by OC Birds Admin | posted in: Local Birding Spots | 0

A review of local Hot Spots in Orange County California turned up one that was frequented by many however my pursuit to acquire information on how to get there seemed fruitless.  I opted to meet up with Phil Thomas in … Continued

3 Mar 2016

Long-eared Owls visitation to Orange County Week of February 28, 2016

by OC Birds Admin | posted in: Birds Species, Owls (Strigiformes) | 2

An uncommon visitor to Orange County, CA is the Long-eared Owl.  In fact this visitor is considered rare as there are only a few occurrences year round. The initial sighting in OC was Sunday and upon further visitations by other … Continued

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