Animals of the PNW
Cities in Oregon
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100

This large member of the deer family is known for its impressive antlers and is commonly found in the Pacific Northwest.

Roosevelt Elk

100

This city is the capital of Oregon.

Salem

100

This artist released the hit single "Flowers" in 2024, which topped charts worldwide.

Miley Cyrus 

100

This quarterback led the Kansas City Chiefs to another Super Bowl victory in 2024.

Patrick Mahomes

100

This animated sequel became the highest-grossing animated film in history in 2024.

Inside Out 2


200

This amphibian, native to the Pacific Northwest, is recognized by its large size and distinctive croaking sound.

Pacific Tree Frog

200

Known for its Shakespeare Festival, this southern Oregon city attracts theater enthusiasts from around the world.

Ashland

200

This legendary musician released his first new song in 17 years, titled "Turn the Lights Back On," in 2024.

Billy Joel 

200

In 2024, this tennis player won the Australian Open, marking her first Grand Slam title.

Aryna Sabalenka

200

This film, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, became the highest-grossing R-rated film ever in 2024.

Deadpool vs. Wolverine 

300

This small, nocturnal mammal glides between trees and is native to the forests of the Pacific Northwest.

Northern Flying Squirrel 

300

This coastal city is famous for its historic role in the Lewis and Clark Expedition and its Victorian-era homes.

Astoria

300

This pop star's "Eras Tour" concluded in 2024, becoming the highest-grossing tour of all time.

Taylor Swift

300

This country won the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations in football (soccer).

Senegal

300

This musical film, based on a popular Broadway show, achieved the highest opening worldwide gross for a film based on a stage musical since "Les Misérables" in 2024.

Wicked 

400

This bird, known for its spotted plumage, nests in old-growth forests and is considered a species of concern in the Pacific Northwest.

Northern Spotted Owl 

400

Home to the University of Oregon, this city is known for its track and field history and vibrant arts scene.

Eugene
400

This song by Billie Eilish, featured in the "Barbie" movie, won Record of the Year at the 2024 Grammy Awards.

What Was I Made For

400

This Formula 1 driver clinched the 2024 World Championship, securing his third consecutive title.

Max Verstappen

400

This film, a standalone sequel to a 1996 disaster movie, added an "S" to its title and was released in 2024.

Twisters

500

This slug, often yellow with black spots, is one of the largest terrestrial slugs in North America and is commonly found in the moist forests of the Pacific Northwest.

Banana Slug

500

This eastern Oregon city hosts the annual Pendleton Round-Up, one of the top rodeos in the country.

Pendleton

500

This artist's song "Not Like Us" topped the charts in 2024 amid a high-profile feud with another rapper.

Kendrick Lamar

500

This athlete set a new world record in the women's marathon in 2024.

Ruth Chepngetich

500

This film won Best Picture at both the 77th British Academy Film Awards and the 96th Academy Awards in 2024.

Oppenheimer