West · Pacific Flyway
Birds in Oregon
Oregon's Pacific coast, Cascade range, and high desert create diverse birding from puffins to sage-grouse.
Popular cities in Oregon
Common Birds in Oregon
The most frequently reported bird species across Oregon. Click any bird for full profiles, photos, calls, and attraction tips.
Backyard Birds in Oregon
Birds that regularly visit feeders and gardens in Oregon. These are the species you're most likely to attract with the right food, plants, and habitat setup.
Birds by Habitat in Oregon
Oregon spans 5 major habitat types. Explore birds adapted to each environment.
Top Bird Watching Spots in Oregon
The best places to go bird watching in Oregon, from national wildlife refuges to local sanctuaries.
Malheur National Wildlife Refuge
Southeast Oregon oasis that draws rarities and western migrants.
Cannon Beach
Tufted Puffins and seabird colonies nest on Haystack Rock.
Bird Calendar — Oregon
What to expect each month: migration arrivals, departures, and seasonal highlights.
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About birding in Oregon
Oregon is located in the West region of the United States and falls along the Pacific Flyway, one of four major North American migration routes. The state is home to more than 510 bird species across 5 habitat types: coastal, forest, wetland, desert, urban.
Whether you're a backyard birder in Portland or planning a trip to Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, this guide covers the most commonly seen species, seasonal patterns, and practical tips for attracting and identifying birds in Oregon.