Capturing a Heron Regurgitating a Pellet
Wildlife Photographer shares story and photos of a young Yellow-crowned Night-Heron regurgitating a pellet after eating crawdads.
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.
Yellow-billed Cuckoo Success at Sequoyah Refuge
This year has been a good one for me when it comes to photographing the Yellow-billed Cuckoo. Over the years, this has been a difficult bird for me.
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher With a Wasp at Sequoyah
Scissor-tailed flycatcher with wasp photographed at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma on a July morning.
Stretching Yellow-crowned Night-Heron at Sequoyah NWR
These two photos feature a delightful young Yellow-crowned Night-Heron, engaging in an amusing stretching routine after a fulfilling crawdad-catching session.