Rio Grande Turkeys Strutting at Wichita Mountains
Rio Grande Turkeys strutting through Doris Campground offer ideal spring photo ops in Oklahoma’s Wichita Mountains.
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.
Mourning Dove Walking Through Pine Needles
Yesterday I posted a photo of a Northern Mockingbird Looking Up. Today’s photo is of a Mourning Dove that I also photographed in my yard here in Arkansas.
Northern Mockingbird Looking Up
Sometimes I like staying home and photographing the wildlife in my yard here in Arkansas. I have lots of different birds and several Rabbits and Squirrels. This Northern Mockingbird came into my bird feeder and was keeping an eye out for other birds. They never eat anything from the feeder. How I Got The Shot … Read more
Great Blue Heron With Captured Fish
Great Blue Heron catch with a fresh fish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, plus field notes and the camera settings I used.
American White Pelican Landing In Suds
An American White Pelican lands in foamy waters near an Oklahoma dam, drawn by winter shad die-off. Captured with a 500mm lens.
Double-crested Cormorant Tossing a Shad
Double-crested Cormorant flips a shad into position before swallowing at Kerr Reservoir. See the action and learn how I got the shot!
Great Blue Heron With a Fresh Catch
Great Blue Heron with a fresh catch at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Post-hunting season means better photo opportunities.
Two Gulls One Winner
Two Gulls compete for the same fish at Kerr Dam in Oklahoma, captured in a split-second moment during winter feeding behavior.