Harris’s Sparrow Feeding in Fresh Arkansas Snow
Harris’s sparrow feeding in fresh Arkansas snow. I photographed it from my deck with a beanbag and long lens. See the shots.
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.
American Goldfinch at My Feeder After Arkansas Snow
American goldfinch at my Arkansas feeder after the first snow. See the winter look, behavior, and my deck setup and settings.
First Snow, First Visitors: Dark-eyed Juncos in My Arkansas Yard
Dark-eyed juncos showed up fast after our first snow in Arkansas. Here’s what I saw and how I shot them from my deck.
American White Pelican Trying to Rob a Cormorant
An American White Pelican rushes a Double-crested Cormorant, but the cormorant swallows the fish in time at Charleston Lake.
Juvenile Bald Eagle Flight Gallery at Charleston Lake
A photo gallery of a juvenile Bald Eagle banking over Charleston Lake in Arkansas, captured in warm morning light during a winter outing.
Bald Eagles and Fishing Birds at Charleston Lake
I photographed Bald Eagles, Double-crested Cormorants, and American White Pelicans in Arkansas on a frigid January morning.
Snow Goose Behavior: Wing-Down Resting Posture
I photographed a Snow Goose relaxing at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and explain why its wing-down posture is normal behavior.
A Winter Blackbird Gathering at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I recorded a massive Red-winged Blackbird flock at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and share what I observed during this winter gathering.