Great Blue Heron With A Shad
Photographing a Great Blue Heron with a shad at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma. Captured with a Canon 7D and 500mm lens.
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.
Northern Cardinal On A Cold Winter Day
Male northern cardinal photographed in Arkansas snow, perched near my feeder. Gear, settings, and winter bird tips from the yard.
The Surprising Truth About Bald Eagles and Songbirds
Discover the surprising truth about Bald Eagles preying on songbirds, their opportunistic hunting strategies, and their role in ecology.
Birds In The Snow Here In Arkansas
Birds in the snow bring fox sparrows, red-winged blackbirds, and Harris’s sparrows to my Arkansas feeder on winter mornings.
The Fascinating Feet of the American Coot
Learn all about the unique lobed feet of the American Coot waterbird. Discover how these feet help the bird swim, walk, attract mates, and defend its territory.
Red-breasted Nuthatch On A Log
Photograph of a Red-breasted Nuthatch in Arkansas, captured near a feeder with a Canon EOS-1D Mark III. Tips for backyard bird photography.
Immature White-crowned Sparrow
A blog post about photographing and identifying an immature White-crowned Sparrow in my backyard in Arkansas, along with facts about their plumage.
American White Pelican Fishing at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
American White Pelican fishing at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, captured with Fujifilm X-T3 and Canon lens.