Catching a Great Horned Owl in Oklahoma
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek recalls photographing a Great Horned Owl at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma in September 2011.
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.
Ruby-throated Hummingbird At My Feeder
I keep a Hummingbird feeder out in my yard during the summer. This Ruby-throated Hummingbird is one of the many that shows up.
American Robin With Beak In Gopher Mound
Robin sticks full beak in gopher mound seeking insects while photographer sets up to capture bluebirds.
Barred Owl On The Road
I came across a Barred Owl that was standing on the roadway. At first, I thought it might have been injured, but upon closer inspection, I realized that it…
Northern Cardinal On A Foggy Morning
However, as I was taking pictures, a Northern Cardinal suddenly appeared in a nearby tree. I was able to capture this stunning bird in its natural habitat.
Great Egret With A Large Shad
During this time of year, you can witness Great Egrets catching fish in the most interesting ways. These graceful birds will perch themselves right against…
Yellow-crowned Night-Heron Lunging For Crayfish
Capturing the Moment: Yellow-crowned Night-Heron Lunging for Crayfish As a wildlife photographer, I am always on the lookout for unique and captivating moments
Fluffy Eastern Kingbird
That’s why I was delighted to capture a photo of a fluffy Eastern Kingbird during my visit to the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma last April.
Great Egret Swallowing A Crappie
I caught this once-in-a-lifetime shot of a Great Egret swallowing a Crappie. This spot has been a goldmine for bird watching and nature photography, with both…
Witnessing a Great Blue Heron’s Daring Fishing Feat
Witness a Great Blue Heron’s surprising swimming technique to catch prey at Oklahoma’s Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Great Blue Heron Spearing A Sunfish In Deep Water
It was here that I was able to capture a stunning photo of a Great Blue Heron spearing a sunfish in deep water. I parked on the side of the auto tour road at…
Great Blue Heron Getting Low
I recently took some amazing shots of a Great Blue Heron getting very low in the water in order to catch fish. You can see in the photos that it was successful.
Great Blue Heron With A Large Sunfish
Wow! I spotted a Great Blue Heron with a large sunfish in its bill. I quickly adjusted my camera settings and clicked the shutter.
Eastern Whip-poor-will Feigning Injury
Eastern Whip-poor-will feigning injury on a branch, blending into its woodland habitat in Arkansas. Rare sighting of this elusive, nocturnal bird.
Snowy Egret With Shad
I recently took a photo of a Snowy Egret holding a shad at Lock and Dam 13 in Barling, Arkansas. The bird was standing on the rocks against the dam,…