The Charming Red-bellied Woodpecker: A Close Encounter
Discover the vibrant Red-bellied Woodpecker, its habitat, behavior, and tips for photographing these delightful birds in Arkansas and Oklahoma.
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.
Red-winged Blackbird: The Showoff of the Wetlands
Learn about the male Red-winged Blackbird with its bold plumage, elaborate displays, and surprising social life. See a photo of the bird in its calling pose!
Blue Jay Fledglings: Beyond the Beg
Explore the fascinating world of Blue Jay fledglings! Learn about their begging behavior, family dynamics, and how they communicate their hunger needs.
Eastern Bluebird Comeback! Male Feeds New Mate Incubating Eggs
Remember the single dad Eastern Bluebird? He’s got a new mate and she’s laying eggs! See a photo of the male feeding her a cricket.
Eastern Bluebird Sunbathing Antics
Amusing backyard observations of an adult male Eastern Bluebird and a juvenile engaging in sunbathing behaviors, including the benefits of this peculiar ritual.
A Tufted Titmouse’s Hilarious Bath Time
See a Tufted Titmouse enjoy a refreshing bath and its subsequent attempts to fluff back up! These funny bird photos are sure to bring a smile to your face.
Tufted Titmouse Fledgling: A Feasting Frenzy at the Feeder
Adorable photos and fascinating facts about Tufted Titmouse fledglings! Learn about their growth, behavior, and how to attract them to your feeders.
Blue Jay Fledglings Are Thriving Too
Witnessing the growth of baby Blue Jays! Learn how these clever chicks transition to independent life, including finding water sources on their own.
Brown Thrasher Update: Still Making Music in My Backyard!
Brown Thrashers: Year-round residents in Arkansas! Learn more about these backyard songbirds and their presence throughout the year in the Natural State.
A Northern Mockingbird’s Peculiar Suet Behavior
Witness a Northern Mockingbird’s surprising behavior at a suet feeder! Explore theories behind the dunking and learn why some mockingbirds enjoy suet.
Eastern Bluebird Fledglings: Thriving on Spiders and Independence
See photos of Eastern Bluebird fledglings catching spiders and worms! Learn how long fledglings stay with their parents after leaving the nest.
Great Egret Struggles to Swallow Huge Fish
Great egret at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge gets a taste of defeat after attempting to swallow a fish too large. Discover what these birds typically eat.
A Front-Row Seat to Downy Woodpecker Fledgling Feeding
Downy Woodpeckers surprised me again! I got photos of the fledglings being fed by a parent. Discover how these youngsters learn to survive on their own.
Downy Woodpecker Fledglings Finally Arrive!
Photographer captures photos of adorable Downy Woodpecker fledglings visiting a suet feeder, with details on their distinct appearance and behaviors.
One-Eyed Robin? Backyard Birding and Mycoplasmal Conjunctivitis
Learn about mycoplasmal conjunctivitis, a disease affecting robins and other songbirds, spread through feeders and birdbaths.