Photographing a Common Grackle
Photographed a Common Grackle at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about camera settings, grackle behavior, and bird photography tips.
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.
A Close Encounter with a Northern Cardinal Fledgling
Encountered a Northern Cardinal fledgling on a summer morning in 2017. Learn about fledgling behavior, camera settings, and tips for backyard birding.
Yellow-crowned Night-Heron with a Crayfish
Photographed a Yellow-crowned Night-Heron catching a crayfish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Camera settings, bird behavior, and tips included.
Why Eastern Bluebirds Feed Spiders To Their Chicks
Bluebirds Feed Spiders to chicks because spiders are soft, nutrient-rich prey. I photographed this female Eastern Bluebird in Arkansas.
Great Egret Hunting at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Great Egret hunts crayfish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma. Learn photography tips and bird behavior insights.
Captivating Great Blue Heron on Weathered Log
Photographed a Great Blue Heron at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn fascinating facts about this majestic bird.
Bald Eagle In May
Bald Eagle photographed at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma. Perched near 4-corners area, overlooking a flooded field. Oklahoma’s prime eagle habitat
Cedar Waxwings Feeding on Mulberries at Sequoyah Refuge
Discover Cedar Waxwings eating mulberries at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, a spring hotspot for birdwatchers and photographers.