Young Red-tailed Hawk Stretching Wings
This blog post explores the unique characteristics of young Red-tailed Hawks, including their general appearance, eye color, habitat, diet, behavior, etc.
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.
Red-headed Woodpecker Feeding Young
I photographed this Red-headed Woodpecker Feeding Young at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Northern Cardinal In The Vines
I photographed this male Northern Cardinal in the vines at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma. I had my camera and lens resting on a bean bag draped over the open window of my pickup.
Great Egret With Shad at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Great egret shad catch at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma, photographed from a guard rail with a bean bag support.
Heron Eating Well With An Injury
A photographer shares an update on an injured Great Blue Heron, noting its ability to adapt and survive despite having a fishing lure stuck in its foot.
Heron With Fishing Lure Stuck in Foot
A wildlife photography shares the story of encountering an injured Great Blue Heron with a fishing lure stuck in its foot at a wildlife refuge.
Female Wood Duck
I photographed this female Wood Duck at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Hungry Baby Blue Jay: Facts About Blue Jay Chicks
I took a photo of a hungry baby Blue Jay at the Fort Smith National Historic Site in Arkansas. Unfortunately, it started to rain, so I wasn’t able to take a picture of the bird being fed by its parents. Here are some interesting facts about baby Blue Jays: Not Blue: Baby Blue Jays aren’t … Read more