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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.

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American White Pelican Grooming at Sally Jones Lake

February 15, 2026December 1, 2025 by Steve Creek
American White Pelican grooming its feathers while floating on calm blue water at Sally Jones Lake in Oklahoma.

I photographed an American White Pelican grooming on Sally Jones Lake at Sequoyah NWR. Calm water and soft light made a quiet moment to watch.

Categories Bird Photography Tags american white pelican, oklahoma, oklahoma birds, pelican grooming, Sally Jones Lake, sequoyah national wildlife refuge, Wildlife Photography

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Snow Geese at Sequoyah on Thanksgiving Morning

January 21, 2026November 28, 2025 by Steve Creek
Snow Goose with wings fully extended preparing to land at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.

I photographed Snow Geese in Oklahoma at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge on Thanksgiving morning. Read my Wildlife and Photography Notes

Categories Bird Photography Tags bird in flight, bird migration, Blue-morph Snow Goose, Canon R5 Mark II, Oklahoma wildlife, RF 200-800mm, sequoyah national wildlife refuge, Snow Goose, waterfowl, winter birds 1 Comment

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Brown Thrasher Birdbath: A Splash of Wild Energy

February 20, 2026October 18, 2025 by Steve Creek
Brown Thrasher splashing water high during energetic morning bath.

Brown Thrasher birdbath chaos in my Arkansas yard, water flying like glitter in the sun. Wildlife notes and camera settings included.

Categories Bird Photography Tags Arkansas Wildlife, Backyard birds, birdbath behavior, brown thrasher, Toxostoma rufum 2 Comments

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Eastern Bluebird Molt in Arkansas | Fall Feather Renewal

January 21, 2026October 15, 2025 by Steve Creek
Eastern Bluebird molting on birdhouse roof in Arkansas yard, showing patchy plumage.

I photographed an Eastern Bluebird Molt on my birdhouse roof in Arkansas this October morning. Learn more in my Wildlife Notes.

Categories Bird Photography Tags Arkansas Wildlife, avian behavior, Backyard birds, Bird photography, Canon R5, eastern bluebird, fall birds, molt, rf 200–800mm
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