Double-crested Cormorant Emerges with Shad
A wildlife photographer describing and showing a photo of a Double-crested Cormorant diving and catching a shad fish at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
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.
Crow Eating Ice at Mount Magazine
Crow eating ice at Mount Magazine became an unexpected wildlife photograph after campers dumped ice beside their campsite.
Catching a Great Horned Owl in Oklahoma
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek recalls photographing a Great Horned Owl at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma in September 2011.
Ruby-throated Hummingbird At My Feeder
I keep a Hummingbird feeder out in my yard during the summer. This Ruby-throated Hummingbird is one of the many that shows up.