Northern Harrier Near Kerr Dam
Photographing a female Northern Harrier while walking along the Arkansas River below the Robert S. Kerr Lock and Dam in Oklahoma.
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.
Northern Harrier Eating Snow Goose
First-hand account and photo of a Northern Harrier preying on a Snow Goose in the wetlands of an Oklahoma wildlife refuge.
Savannah Sparrow In Oklahoma
I documented sighting a Savannah Sparrow in a large field near the auto tour road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
White-crowned Sparrow in the Morning Light
White-crowned Sparrow in the morning light at Sequoyah NWR as I describe its winter habitat and how I photographed it in a thicket.
Swamp Sparrow Pictures and Facts
See pictures and learn interesting facts about the Swamp Sparrow, a medium-sized songbird found in wetlands across North America.
Western and Eastern Meadowlark Differences Explained
Learn the real differences between Western and Eastern Meadowlarks, including song, markings, range, and identification tips.
Nap-Loving Wilson’s Snipe
Close-up photo of a Wilson’s Snipe trying to sleep with its beak tucked in its feathers near a road where cars occasionally drive by.
Snow Geese Flocking to Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Come witness the incredible sight of thousands of snow geese flocking to Oklahoma’s Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge this winter.