Rose-breasted Grosbeak Visits My Arkansas Feeder!
A rose breasted grosbeak stops at my Arkansas feeder during spring migration, offering a rare and colorful backyard sighting.
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.
White Breasted Nuthatch Upside Down Behavior
The white breasted nuthatch climbs headfirst down trees. Learn how this unique behavior helps it find food.
Eastern Bluebird Fledglings Take Flight in Arkansas
Eastern bluebird fledglings leave the nest in Arkansas, but a Cooper’s Hawk sighting raises concerns about their survival.
Eastern Bluebird Missing Female Leaves Male to Raise Chicks
An eastern bluebird female disappears, leaving the male to care for the chicks alone. A look at survival challenges in the nest.
Eastern Bluebird Catches Crane Fly Mid-Transformation
See an Eastern Bluebird catch a crane fly mid-emergence in Arkansas and learn about this unusual feeding moment.
Ruby-throated Hummingbirds Return to Arkansas!
Ruby-throated hummingbirds are back in Arkansas. Learn when they arrive and how to attract them to your feeder.
Eastern Bluebird Fecal Sac Removal Explained
Watch how Eastern Bluebirds remove fecal sacs to keep their nest clean, a fascinating behavior that helps protect and raise healthy chicks.
Witnessing Barred Owl Affection
I watched barred owls show affection as the male groomed the female, a rare look at barred owl behavior at Sequoyah NWR.