An American Kestrel With Wings Spread
I photographed an American Kestrel at dawn in Oklahoma with its wings spread while grooming at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
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.
Sunrise and Snow Geese
Sunrise at Sequoyah brought in waves of Snow Geese. I watched the light build and the flocks settle into the fields on a calm winter morning.
A Red-shouldered Hawk at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
A red-shouldered hawk perches above the auto tour road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in soft morning light.
Wild Turkey Hen Taking A Dirt Bath | Interesting Facts & Photos
Photos of a wild turkey hen taking a dirt bath in Arkansas near the Ouachita National Forest. Learn interesting facts about this grooming behavior.
Green Heron Regurgitates an Unusually Large Pellet
Green Heron pellet regurgitation is fast and messy. I watched one expel a huge pellet at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
The Patience of the Great Egret
A nature photographer captures a stunning image of a Great Egret hunting for fish at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Yellow-crowned Night-Heron Scratching
Recently, I had the opportunity to photograph a juvenile Yellow-crowned Night-Heron scratching. I photographed this Yellow-crowned Night-Heron in an area…
Sneaky Green Heron: Capturing a Master Hunter
A wildlife photography blog post documenting the hunting behavior of a Green Heron at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.