August marks the southbound shorebird migration through critical habitats across Eastern Oregon—some which are in danger from drought
August is a great month to view shorebirds, which have departed from their nesting grounds and stop in at various Central Oregon watering holes to fuel up for the rest of their journeys to their wintering grounds. “The numerous shallow lakes, wetlands and wet meadows, and even flooded fields in southeastern Oregon are crucial pit stops for entire populations of migrating and nesting shorebirds along the Pacific Flyway,” said Anne White, conservation coordinator for the Oregon Natural Desert Association…
