Why Birds Chase and Fight in the Fall: Survival of the Fittest

Carolina Wrens Fierce Battle

Why birds chase and fight more during fall. Learn about food competition, territorial defense, migratory pressures, and how this behavior aids survival.

Visitors at the Birdbath: A Glimpse Into My Yard in Arkansas

Eastern Bluebird Drinking At The Birdbath

Discover the variety of wildlife visiting my Arkansas birdbath, from Eastern Bluebirds to Fox Squirrels, and learn why a clean birdbath is essential for them all!

Will We See Snow? 2024 Persimmon Seed Forecast for Arkansas

Persimmon Seed Spoon Shape Spells Snow For 2024-2025

Discover how the persimmon seed tradition predicts a snowy winter for Arkansas in 2024–2025, and learn what last year’s seed forecast revealed.

A Northern Mockingbird at the Birdbath: A Joy to Watch

Northern Mockingbird Drinking At A Birdbath

Discover the joy of watching a Northern Mockingbird bathe in your birdbath, plus tips on why a clean birdbath is essential for helping birds thrive in your yard!

Bald Eagles and Painted Buntings: A Visit to SNWR

Pair Of Mature Bald Eagles Perched High On A Dead Cottonwood Tree Branch

Join me on a wildlife photography adventure at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, where I encounter Bald Eagles, butterflies, and a surprise Painted Bunting!

A Morning with the Spotted Orb Weaver Spider in My Arkansas Yard

Spotted Orb Weaver With A Wasp

The fascinating life of the Spotted Orb Weaver Spider in my Arkansas yard, from web-building to catching prey like Yellow Jacket Wasps. Nature at its finest!