A Great Blue Heron Struggling
Watch a Great Blue Heron struggle with a too-large sunfish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. A lesson in nature’s challenges.
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.
Prothonotary Warbler Near an Owl at Sequoyah NWR
I spotted a Prothonotary Warbler near a Barred Owl at Sequoyah NWR and grabbed a few quick shots of this brilliant yellow songbird.
Barred Owl Stretching A Leg
This Barred Owl stretching a leg is the same Barred Owl I posted about a few days ago (Barred Owl Hunting A Roadside Ditch). It was near the same ditch. The Barred Owl was in an area that I couldn’t see it when I first drove by. I spotted it on my return trip. It … Read more
Great Blue Heron In Flooded Roadside Ditch
This Great Blue Heron was hunting in a flooded roadside ditch at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher on a Dead Plant in Oklahoma
See a Scissor-tailed Flycatcher perched on a dead plant at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn more about this unique Oklahoma bird.
Barred Owl Hunting In A Roadside Ditch
Discover the Barred Owl’s diverse diet, including crayfish, and learn how their meals can even change feather color. Tips for spotting owls at wildlife refuges.
Double-crested Cormorant With Catfish
Double-crested Cormorant with catfish at Sequoyah NWR. Patient setup from vehicle led to close-up photos of bird feeding behavior.
Prothonotary Warbler In The Vines
Photographing a Prothonotary Warbler at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Gear, settings, and tips for capturing this elusive songbird.