Great Blue Heron Spearing A Sunfish In Deep Water
It was here that I was able to capture a stunning photo of a Great Blue Heron spearing a sunfish in deep water. I parked on the side of the auto tour road at…
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.
Great Blue Heron Getting Low to Hunt Fish
I photographed a Great Blue Heron crouching low in the water as it carefully hunted fish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Great Blue Heron With A Large Sunfish
Wow! I spotted a Great Blue Heron with a large sunfish in its bill. I quickly adjusted my camera settings and clicked the shutter.
Eastern Whip-poor-will Feigning Injury
Eastern Whip-poor-will feigning injury on a branch, blending into its woodland habitat in Arkansas. Rare sighting of this elusive, nocturnal bird.
Snowy Egret With Shad
I recently took a photo of a Snowy Egret holding a shad at Lock and Dam 13 in Barling, Arkansas. The bird was standing on the rocks against the dam,…
The Majestic Young Bald Eagle
During my recent expedition to the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, luck was on my side as I encountered a young Bald Eagle near the auto tour road.
American Crow Fledgling
Observing American Crow Fledgling Up Close. One day, I stumbled upon a young fledgling resting near a rubber mat outside my house. After checking in on it…
Adult Barred Owl
I was lucky enough to observe the adult Barred Owl for over an hour as it kept watch over the water below the tree, searching for crayfish. The owl was a…