Bald Eagles and Fishing Birds at Charleston Lake
I photographed Bald Eagles, Double-crested Cormorants, and American White Pelicans in Arkansas on a frigid January morning.
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.
Snow Goose Behavior: Wing-Down Resting Posture
I photographed a Snow Goose relaxing at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and explain why its wing-down posture is normal behavior.
A Winter Blackbird Gathering at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I recorded a massive Red-winged Blackbird flock at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and share what I observed during this winter gathering.
The Bird Respiratory System: Why Birds Breathe So Differently
Bird respiratory system explained in plain language, from one-way airflow to air sacs, and why that efficiency can make birds vulnerable.
Charleston City Lake Birds on a Cold Morning
A cold morning with Charleston City Lake birds, including bald eagles, cormorants, and a great blue heron in Arkansas.
Bonaparte’s Gull Drops a Fish and Quickly Retrieves It
A close look at Bonaparte’s Gull feeding behavior as a gull drops a fish, dives straight down, and retrieves it below Kerr Dam.
Christmas Snow Goose Parade on a Refuge Road
A Christmas snow goose parade filled the refuge road at Sequoyah NWR and gave me a quiet winter wildlife photography moment.
American White Pelican Wrestling Fish
American White Pelican wrestling fish at Kerr Dam, using its pouch to reset the grip before swallowing. See the full sequence.