American Bittern at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
American Bittern at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma, photographed after a Merlin encounter on a memorable spring morning.
Merlin at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I photographed a Merlin at Sequoyah NWR for the first time. Read my wildlife and photography notes on this compact, fast falcon encounter.
Coyote Walking Toward Me at Sally Jones Lake
A coyote at Sally Jones Lake walked toward me at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge before slipping back into the weeds.
Bald Eagle Carrying a Fish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I photographed a Bald Eagle carrying a large fish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge after it lifted off from a perch near the river.
Mourning Dove Carrying Pine Needles for Nest Building
A Mourning Dove carries pine needles through my Arkansas yard as it gathers nest material, a simple sign that nesting season is underway.
Bobcat on the Auto Tour Road at Sunrise
A Bobcat walked toward my truck at sunrise on the auto tour road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Male Downy Woodpecker Waiting for His Morning Suet
A male Downy Woodpecker waited near my deck for suet, then called for breakfast. I photographed the moment in Arkansas.
Deer With Drooped Ear at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I photographed a drooped ear deer at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma during low light from beside my truck.