Purple Martins Carrying Leaves: The Curious Habit
Discover why Purple Martins carrying leaves is a common sight—nest building, parasite control, or something else? Explore this behavior!
Arkansas Wildlife Locations
Explore the diverse locations in Arkansas where I capture wildlife through my photography. This category serves as a guide to destinations that offer opportunities to observe various bird species, mammals, reptiles, and aquatic life.
Spittlebugs: The Mysterious Bubble Makers
I was at Sunnymede Park in Fort Smith, Arkansas when I spotted tiny bubbles on a plant growing near the trail. I knew these bubbles were made by a Spittlebug.
The Clay-colored Sparrow Here In Arkansas
I spotted what I thought was the Clay-colored Sparrow in a pine tree next to the trail. After getting photos of this bird and arriving back home, I confirmed…
Little Eastern Bluebird, Big World
One of the most exciting moments was when the baby Eastern Bluebirds started to poke their heads out of the birdhouse. With my camera in hand, I was able to…
American Robin Takes a Dip
I discovered some interesting facts about American Robins and their bathing habits. Did you know that they often prefer bathing in open areas, like lawns…
Thirsty Cedar Waxwings Take Over My Birdbath
As a Wildlife Photographer, I was thrilled to have a large flock of Cedar Waxwings visit my birdbath in Arkansas for several days last week. It was a rare…
Male Eastern Bluebird Takes a Dip
After removing a fecal sac from one of its baby birds, the male Eastern Bluebird took a bath in the birdbath located in my yard in Arkansas.
Eastern Bluebirds: Fecal Sac Removal
I was able to get this photo of the male Eastern Bluebird leaving the birdhouse with a fecal sac. I used a beanbag to rest my camera and lens on the deck rail.