Dickcissel with Nesting Material
I was walking the trail at Sunnymead Park in Fort Smith, Arkansas with my camera. I noticed a Dickcissel perched on a barbwire fence with nesting material.
Barred Owl Encounter at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
A barred owl encounter at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge led to an unforgettable early morning wildlife photo session.
Muskrat at Sequoyah Refuge Steals the Show
I took the opportunity to photograph one of the Muskrats up close. Though I was a bit disappointed about missing the Mink photo.
Purple Martins Carrying Leaves: The Curious Habit
Discover why Purple Martins carrying leaves is a common sight—nest building, parasite control, or something else? Explore this behavior!
Honey Bee at Arkansas River Valley Nature Center
Honey bee close-up at Arkansas River Valley Nature Center, with quick wildlife notes and the camera settings I used.
Prothonotary Warbler Feeding on a Caterpillar
Prothonotary Warbler Feeding scene from Sequoyah NWR, with notes on caterpillar behavior, habitat, and camera settings used.
Prothonotary Warbler Eating a Dragonfly at Sequoyah NWR
Prothonotary Warbler eating a dragonfly at Sequoyah NWR, photographed from my pickup as it stripped wings before feeding.
Bison Calf Killed After Visitor Picks It Up
A Yellowstone bison calf was euthanized after a visitor picked it up. Learn why human interaction with wildlife can have tragic consequences.