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.
I spotted this Turkey Vulture eating a Catfish in a field at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma. How I Got The Shot: Turkey Vulture Eating Catfish I was turning around near the Horton Slough hiking trail parking area when I spotted this Turkey Vulture. I was able to position my pickup so that … Read more
The Painted Buntings are numerous at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma. They are difficult for me to photograph because they like staying in the thick brush. How I Got The Shot: Painted Bunting This Painted Bunting was sitting in the middle of the road near the Dockery Slough. It flew up in a … Read more
I was surprised I got close to this Great Blue Heron for a close up portrait. They have been difficult to get close to even in my pickup. How I Got The Shot: Great Blue Heron Close Up Portrait This Great Blue Heron was near the bridge just before starting the auto tour road. This … Read more
Young bald eagle close up from Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma, photographed from my pickup using it for cover and support.
This Great Blue Heron was funny to watch. It kept trying to use a log that was floating in the water.
I was parked in front of a Mulberry Tree located at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. This Red-tailed Hawk fledgling landed on a branch in front of me.
Arkansas Indigo Bunting photographed near Fort Smith feeders, with notes on low light, habitat, and handheld 500mm work.
This Great Egret with Crayfish was hunting in a ditch on the tour road (Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge), and it didn’t seem to care that I was parked across the road from it. Several people drove by, and it continued to stay in the ditch near the road. These birds don’t do this very often, … Read more