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West · week ending August 21, 2026

The week in bird reports

Descriptions updated to show recorded facts only. Original sightings and dates are unchanged.

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Stylized field-guide illustration of a Elegant Tern
Flockline species illustration · Not the reported individual.
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Elegant Tern

Elegant Tern was reported at Mark Hatfield Marine Science Center and Estuary Trail, Oregon on Aug 21, 2026. The featured checklist recorded 11 birds.

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Mark Hatfield Marine Science Center and Estuary Trail · August 21, 2026 · 11 birds

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Stylized field-guide illustration of a Purple Gallinule
Flockline species illustration · Not the reported individual.
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Purple Gallinule

Purple Gallinule was reported at San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary--Fledgling Loop Trail, California on Aug 21, 2026. The featured checklist recorded 1 bird.

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San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary--Fledgling Loop Trail · August 21, 2026 · 1 bird

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