Cliff Swallow Gathering Nesting Material
I photographed this Cliff Swallow Gathering Nesting Material at Antelope Island State Park in Utah. Cliff Swallows, known for their mud nests that they build…
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 Mockingbird On Sage Brush
I photographed this Northern Mockingbird On Sage Brush at Antelope Island State Park in Utah.
Horned Lark On Sage Brush
I photographed this Horned Lark On Sage Brush at Antelope Island State Park in Utah.
Burrowing Owl With Leg Band
I photographed a Burrowing Owl with a leg band. Leg bands are small, lightweight metal or plastic rings placed around the bird’s leg to identify them for…
Carolina Chickadee feeding at my Arkansas nest box
A Carolina Chickadee feeding its young at my Ouachita Mountains nest box on a cool May morning. Join me for the story and photo tips.
Rio Grande Turkey Flapping Its Wings at Wichita Mountains
Rio Grande Turkey Display from Doris Campground, with notes on spring behavior, wing-flapping, feather detail, and Canon R5 settings.
Great Egret Near Miner’s Cove
I photographed this Great Egret near Miner’s Cove, which is at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Great Blue Heron Tossing Tadpole
A Great Blue Heron tossing a tadpole reveals feeding behavior and timing during a spring hunt at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.