Scissor-tailed Flycatcher With a Wasp at Sequoyah
Scissor-tailed flycatcher with wasp photographed at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma on a July morning.
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.
Stretching Yellow-crowned Night-Heron at Sequoyah NWR
These two photos feature a delightful young Yellow-crowned Night-Heron, engaging in an amusing stretching routine after a fulfilling crawdad-catching session.
Osprey on a Towering Nest in Wyoming
Osprey nest in Wyoming photographed near Dubois, with notes on behavior, habitat, and the camera settings used.
Indigo Bunting Feeding Trick in Johnson Grass
Indigo Bunting feeding trick shows a male bunting bending Johnson grass for seeds at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Up Close with an Arkansas Red-bellied Woodpecker
Arkansas Red-bellied Woodpecker portrait from my Lavaca backyard, photographed at eye level near my bird feeder.
Young Blue Jay Close Encounter at My Feeder
Young Blue Jay behavior stood out as a noisy fledgling perched near my feeder in Lavaca, Arkansas, on a summer morning.
Banded Painted Bunting At Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge
A banded Painted Bunting at Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge gave me a brief look at color, courtship behavior, and bird conservation.
A Magical Encounter With A Male Indigo Bunting
A blue Indigo Bunting sings from Johnson Grass at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge during a quiet Oklahoma morning.