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.
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.
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,…
Young Bald Eagle
Capturing a young Bald Eagle at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge requires patience. See my encounter and photography approach for this bird.
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…
Barred Owl Fledgling Learns Hard Lesson About Crayfish
Young barred owl drops crayfish after adult delivers meal at Sequoyah refuge. Wildlife photography captures learning moment.
Great Blue Heron Eats Gar at Sally Jones Causeway
Great Blue Heron eats a large Gar at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, showcasing its strength and feeding strategy in three bold attempts.