Birds

Sooty grouse are commonly spotted in mountain meadows.

Ranging from sea level to over 2,000 m, Olympic National Park encompasses a broad gradient of habitats that are vital to local populations of numerous resident and migratory bird species. Many of these species have likely been negatively affected by extensive deforestation throughout much of the Olympic Peninsula, making the park‘s well-preserved habitats particularly important

A peregrine falcon swoops down on a shorebird running along the beach. A long, cheerful, warble reveals a tiny winter wren singing hidden among the forest understory. Deep, hooting calls of a sooty grouse resonate across a mountain meadow. These are just a few of the many birds -- about 300 species in all -- that add color and song to the diverse habitats found in Olympic National Park.

Do Not Feed or Handle Birds in the Park! All wildlife in national parks are protected by federal law. According to the Code of Federal Regulations, 36 CFR § 2.2, the feeding, touching, teasing, calling, frightening or intentional disturbing of wildlife nesting, breeding or other activities is prohibited. Using apps to call out birds within the park is considered harassment, especially if the bird is federally listed as threatened or endangered.

 

Inventory & Monitoring: Landbirds

The North Coast and Cascades Inventory and Monitoring Network monitors lands birds as one of the region's natural resource vital signs. Periodic monitoring reports document the results and help inform park managers.  

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Northern Spotted Owl Monitoring

Under the 1994 Northwest Forest Plan the park participates in the  Northern Spotted Owl Monitoring Program. Learn More About the Plan.

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