Bluebirds vs. Robber Flies: Backyard Birds Break the Rules?
Eastern bluebirds are skilled hunters. Watch how these backyard birds catch and eat robber flies in this surprising wildlife encounter.
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.
A Sneak Peek at the New Generation: Eastern Bluebird Chicks
Eastern bluebird chicks peek from the nest box as a second brood develops. A close look at young bluebirds growing in a backyard nest.
Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds with Meadow Sage
Meadow sage is a magnet for ruby-throated hummingbirds. See how this nectar-rich plant attracts hummingbirds to a backyard garden.
Greater Roadrunner Encounter at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
A close wildlife encounter with a greater roadrunner at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma and a look at its hunting behavior.
A Colorful Encounter with the Painted Bunting
Painted bunting photo from Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, plus notes on behavior, habitat, and the settings I used on this trip.
Eastern Bluebird Chicks Hatch! Parents Work Overtime
Eastern Bluebird chicks have hatched. See photos of the busy parents bringing food and caring for their growing brood in this backyard nest.
Mississippi Kite at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
Mississippi kite sightings at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, with notes on behavior, habitat, and how I photographed one in Oklahoma.
A Burrowing Owl at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
Burrowing owl at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, photographed in rain near its burrow with prairie dogs nearby.