Mourning Dove Winter Resilience: Quiet Strength in Arkansas

A Mourning Dove’s Winter Walk

Discover the Mourning Dove’s winter resilience in Arkansas—thriving in 20 mph winds and cold, a lesson in quiet survival.

Winter Survival Adaptations: How Birds and Fox Squirrels Thrive

Female Northern Cardinal on Alert

Learn how birds and fox squirrels use winter survival adaptations and discover simple ways to support wildlife during cold weather.

Fox Squirrels Chewing on Deer Antlers

The Fox Squirrel digs into the antler, displaying the natural behavior of osteophagy, crucial for dental maintenance and dietary supplements.

Watch Fox Squirrels chewing on antlers and uncover the nutritional advantages of this peculiar habit for their health.

Blue Jay Sunbathing in My Yard

Blue Jay sunbathing on the ground with wings spread in the sun

I photographed a Blue Jay sunbathing in my Arkansas yard and explain why birds use sunlight to maintain feathers and control parasites.

Providing Water for Backyard Birds in Winter

Eastern Bluebird drinking water from a backyard birdbath during winter in Arkansas

Learn why providing fresh water for backyard birds in winter matters and how a simple birdbath can help birds survive cold weather.