A Chance Encounter with a Cottonwood Borer
I photographed a cottonwood borer beetle at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and share details about its size, markings, and behavior.
Photographing Wildlife in the Heat
Photographing wildlife in heat takes patience, shade, water, and smart timing when temperatures push wildlife and photographers.
The Mystery of the White Egg Sac
Fluffy white spider egg sac found on Johnson grass at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. A unique sight for nature lovers and curious minds.
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher With a Wasp at Sequoyah
Scissor-tailed flycatcher with wasp photographed at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma on a July morning.
Yellowjackets and Velvet Ants in the Yard
Yellowjackets and velvet ants crossed my path in the yard, reminding me why I watch my step around stinging insects.
Stretching Yellow-crowned Night-Heron at Sequoyah NWR
These two photos feature a delightful young Yellow-crowned Night-Heron, engaging in an amusing stretching routine after a fulfilling crawdad-catching session.
Young Spike Whitetail Buck at Sequoyah Refuge
Spike whitetail buck photographed in summer velvet along the auto tour road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Osprey on a Towering Nest in Wyoming
Osprey nest in Wyoming photographed near Dubois, with notes on behavior, habitat, and the camera settings used.