Orchard Oriole Photographed at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Orchard Oriole photographed at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma. See detailed photos and tips for spotting this elusive 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.
A Secretive Sora at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Sora Bird Photography from Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, with notes on a shy wetland bird foraging near the auto tour road.
Brown Thrasher With Beetle
Brown Thrasher With Beetle shows a yard bird carrying food to a hidden fledgling in a nearby thicket on a spring morning.
Tree Swallow Resting at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I photographed a Tree Swallow resting at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and share the camera settings I used to capture this moment.
Dickcissel Singing at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Dickcissel singing at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, photographed from my pickup along the auto tour road.
Prothonotary Warbler Building a Nest
Prothonotary Warbler nesting activity near Sally Jones Lake shows this cavity-nesting bird building in a dead tree.
Prothonotary Warbler With Spider
Capturing a Prothonotary Warbler feeding on a spider at Sequoyah NWR shows the beauty and importance of preserving natural habitats.
Red-winged Blackbird Territorial Display
Witness the captivating territorial display of the Red-winged Blackbird at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma. Learn the science behind the show.