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.
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.
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.
Great Blue Heron Flying
I photographed this Great Blue Heron flying over an area called the Lower Scarborough. This was at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
The Feet of a Black Vulture
A wildlife photographer takes photos of a Black Vulture’s feet and analyzes how they reveal the bird’s adaptation for walking and scavenging carrion.
Respecting Barred Owls
The importance of responsible wildlife photography. Learn how to safely observe and photograph owls while respecting their territory and nesting habits.
Young Bald Eagle In A Dead Cottonwood Tree
Witness a remarkable close-up with a young bald eagle in Oklahoma’s Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.