Northern Mockingbird Steals Beetle
A Northern Mockingbird steals beetle prey from an American Robin in my Arkansas yard, turning a routine morning photo into a surprise.
Backyard Food Plot Draws Rabbits and Bees
I planted a backyard food plot in Arkansas and it drew in cottontail rabbit kits, bumblebees, and fox squirrels this spring.
Land Slugs on a Garden Log
Land slugs on a garden log in Arkansas gave me a close look at two slugs I found while moving wood in my flower garden.
Barred Owl Hunting Crayfish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
A Barred Owl hunting crayfish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, with photos of an adult diving and flying off with prey.
River Otter Eating Crayfish at Miner’s Cove
River otter eating crayfish at Miner’s Cove in Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, followed by a burst of feeding and a quiet grooming stop.
Same Doe With Injured Ear, Three Years Apart in Fort Smith
A doe with injured ear markings appears near the same Fort Smith trail nearly three years apart, with more visible ticks in 2026.
Bald Eagle Taking Off From a Favorite Refuge Perch
A Bald Eagle taking off from a favorite perch at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge near the Arkansas River in Oklahoma.
Eastern Bluebird Bathing in the Rain
An Eastern Bluebird bathing in the rain made for a fun backyard moment in Arkansas, with one wet bird choosing a birdbath over the shower.