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 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.
Eastern bluebirds are skilled hunters. Watch how these backyard birds catch and eat robber flies in this surprising wildlife encounter.
Eastern bluebird chicks peek from the nest box as a second brood develops. A close look at young bluebirds growing in a backyard nest.
Meadow sage is a magnet for ruby-throated hummingbirds. See how this nectar-rich plant attracts hummingbirds to a backyard garden.
A close wildlife encounter with a greater roadrunner at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma and a look at its hunting behavior.
Painted bunting photo from Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, plus notes on behavior, habitat, and the settings I used on this trip.
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 sightings at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, with notes on behavior, habitat, and how I photographed one in Oklahoma.
Burrowing owl at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, photographed in rain near its burrow with prairie dogs nearby.