First Snow, First Visitors: Dark-eyed Juncos in My Arkansas Yard
Dark-eyed juncos showed up fast after our first snow in Arkansas. Here’s what I saw and how I shot them from my deck.
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.
American White Pelican Trying to Rob a Cormorant
An American White Pelican rushes a Double-crested Cormorant, but the cormorant swallows the fish in time at Charleston Lake.
Juvenile Bald Eagle Flight Gallery at Charleston Lake
A photo gallery of a juvenile Bald Eagle banking over Charleston Lake in Arkansas, captured in warm morning light during a winter outing.
Bald Eagles and Fishing Birds at Charleston Lake
I photographed Bald Eagles, Double-crested Cormorants, and American White Pelicans in Arkansas on a frigid January morning.
Snow Goose Behavior: Wing-Down Resting Posture
I photographed a Snow Goose relaxing at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and explain why its wing-down posture is normal behavior.
A Winter Blackbird Gathering at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I recorded a massive Red-winged Blackbird flock at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and share what I observed during this winter gathering.
The Bird Respiratory System: Why Birds Breathe So Differently
Bird respiratory system explained in plain language, from one-way airflow to air sacs, and why that efficiency can make birds vulnerable.
Charleston City Lake Birds on a Cold Morning
A cold morning with Charleston City Lake birds, including bald eagles, cormorants, and a great blue heron in Arkansas.