Eastern Bluebird Nesting Update: More Chicks Hatch in My Yard
Eastern Bluebird chicks hatched today! Parents are feeding them while the second birdhouse remains quiet. Fingers crossed for more soon!
Northern Cardinal Parenting and Aggression in My Yard
Northern Cardinal feeding juvenile after rain in Arkansas, followed by a sudden act of aggression from a female adult.
A Cottontail Rabbit Raids My Bird Feeder for the First Time
A bold Cottontail Rabbit climbed into my bird feeder for the first time and ate birdseed, offering a fun surprise in my Arkansas yard.
A Rainy Vigil: Male Eastern Bluebird Stands Guard
Male Eastern Bluebird in rain keeps watch by nest box, soaked but alert as he protects the nest with quiet determination.
Japanese Beetle at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Japanese beetle spotted at Sequoyah NWR. I photographed this invasive insect up close on a quiet morning. Learn more about its impact.
Baby Northern Mockingbirds in My Yard
Spotted baby Northern Mockingbirds in my yard on July 4th. A rare and exciting encounter with fledglings up close.
Northern Cardinal Molting in My Yard Since June
A male Northern Cardinal in my yard has been molting since June. Learn why early molting or baldness might occur and what to watch for.
Exploring Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge Through My Lens
Explore the landscapes of Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge through my July 2025 photos showcasing its beauty, trails, and wildlife habitat.
Update on Eastern Bluebirds Nesting in My Yard
At the end of June, I shared a post titled Eastern Bluebirds Begin Again After Nest Loss where I described how one pair of Eastern Bluebirds had started a new nesting cycle after losing their earlier brood. I’m happy to report that things seem to be going well this time around. Nesting Progress The female … Read more
Deer at Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge
White-tailed Deer and first fawn sightings highlight my return to Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge in Arkansas.
Eastern Bluebird Eating Peanuts for the First Time in My Yard
I spotted an Eastern Bluebird eating peanuts for the first time in my yard, revealing a surprising twist in their usual nesting season diet.
Tufted Titmouse Feeding Behavior with Sunflower Seeds
Watch how Tufted Titmouse birds use their feet to hold sunflower seeds while feeding – smart backyard bird behavior captured up close.
Eastern Bluebird Nest Boxes: Both Now in Use
Both of my Eastern Bluebird nest boxes are now in use after relocation and replacement efforts in my two-acre yard.
Summer Heat Wildlife Photography
Learn my proven techniques for summer heat wildlife photography. Get sharp images in high temps with early timing and smart settings.
Red-eared Slider Returns to My Yard for Third Year Running
Red-eared Slider returns to my Arkansas yard for third year. Same turtle laying eggs or different visitor? June timing reveals pattern.