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On Nesting

April 19, 2021 by Larry Hubbell Leave a Comment

Do you know what bird species built this nest? The answer is in this week’s post on:

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Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city and Black Birders are welcome!

Larry

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Filed Under: Arboretum, Union Bay Watch Tagged With: American Crow, American Robin, Anna's Hummingbird, Bald Eagle, Bushtit, Dark-eyed Junco, Great Blue Heron, Green Heron, Osprey, Song Sparrow, Spotted Towhee

A Gift for the Future

December 21, 2019 by Larry Hubbell Leave a Comment

Nature is a priceless gift we provide for future generations. I wonder, Is it wrong to view nature as gift when it should be considered a birth right deserved by every generation? More on:

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Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!

Larry

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Filed Under: Montlake Flyer, Union Bay Watch Tagged With: American Crow, Arboretum Creek, Friends of Arboretum Creek, Red-tailed Hawk

The Challenges of Youth

June 29, 2019 by Larry Hubbell Leave a Comment

Is this an adult American Crow or a young bird? Parents sometimes defend their young so it might be helpful to know which is which. Learn more on:

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Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!

Larry

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Filed Under: Montlake Flyer, Union Bay Watch Tagged With: American Crow, Northern Flicker

The Mythical Raven

March 17, 2019 by Larry Hubbell Leave a Comment

Did you get to see the Raven’s in the Arboretum this week? If not you may want to check out this week’s post. Not only are there recent Raven photos, but there are also key comparisons showing the differences between Ravens and Crows. At:

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Larry

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Filed Under: Arboretum, Union Bay Watch Tagged With: American Crow, Common Raven

Union Bay Watch } Pigeon Hawk

January 6, 2019 by Larry Hubbell Leave a Comment

What exactly is a Pigeon Hawk and how does it handle an American Crow? Details at:

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Larry

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Filed Under: Union Bay Watch Tagged With: American Crow, Pigeon Hawk

Taking A Stand

September 16, 2017 by Larry Hubbell Leave a Comment

This week’s post follows the interactions between a band bullies and a red-tailed hawk. I found I was a bit surprised by the turn of events. Read the story and see the photos on:

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Larry

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Filed Under: Arboretum, Union Bay Watch Tagged With: American Crow, Red-tailed Hawk

A Feathered Friend

September 4, 2017 by Larry Hubbell Leave a Comment

It is always wonderful to come across an old friend after an extended absence. Sometimes, we have to hold our tongues when we notice that time has not been exactly friendly. I am thankful my friends provide me the same courtesy.

Since pileated woodpeckers and other avian species do not read my posts I feel a bit more free to explore the changes in my feathered friends. Read the results in this week’s post on:

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Have a great day on Union Bay…where nature lives in the city!

Larry

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Filed Under: Arboretum, Union Bay Watch Tagged With: American Crow, Anna's Hummingbird, pileated woodpecker, Stellar's Jay

The Heart of a Warrior

March 20, 2016 by Larry Hubbell Leave a Comment

IMG_0626This week’s post features one of these two aggressive, black birds found around Union Bay. Can you guess which one wins in this confrontation? It is the one with the heart of a warrior. Learn more on:

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Larry

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Filed Under: Green, Union Bay Watch Tagged With: American Crow, Mnemonics, Red-winged Blackbird, spring, territorial dispute

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