Red-tailed Hawks Around Black Mesa: Getting the Photos I Wanted
I photographed Black Mesa Red-tailed Hawks during my Oklahoma camping trip, from a rocky perch to a tough takeoff with a snake.
Bird Photography
Bird photography can be challenging. You need the right gear. A good camera and lens are key. Settings matter too. Fast shutter speeds help freeze motion. Learn how to adjust ISO and aperture. Techniques are important. Think about composition. Get close-ups. Try aerial shots. Capture birds in their habitat. Patience is needed. Birds move quickly. They can be hard to find. Study bird behavior. Know where they live. Understand their habits. This will help you get better photos.
Cassin’s Kingbird Regurgitating a Pellet at Black Mesa
I photographed a Cassin’s Kingbird pellet sequence at Black Mesa State Park in Oklahoma and explain why birds regurgitate pellets.
Rock Wren With a Grasshopper Near Black Mesa
I photographed a Black Mesa Rock Wren holding a grasshopper near an Oklahoma county road. Learn about its habitat and feeding habits.
A Young Common Raven With Brown Feathers Near Black Mesa
I photographed a young Common Raven near Black Mesa in Oklahoma. Its brownish feathers led me to ask a friend about its age.
Burrowing Owls Around Black Mesa State Park
Burrowing Owls have been a welcome sight during my Black Mesa camping trip, with several around the area’s prairie dog towns.
Bald Eagle Close-Ups Near Black Mesa State Park
Bald Eagle close-ups near Black Mesa State Park capture preening, flight, and a curious downward look during another Oklahoma encounter.
Bald Eagle Watching a Prairie Dog Town Near Black Mesa
My Black Mesa eagle encounter began above a prairie dog town in Oklahoma. I photographed its perch and flight, then waited for its return.
A Greater Roadrunner Walks Up to My Truck
A Greater Roadrunner close-up encounter at Black Mesa State Park in Oklahoma surprised me when the bird walked up to my truck door.