Windy Day Brings New Bird Discoveries at Black Mesa
A windy day at Black Mesa State Park brought Cassin’s Sparrow, Kingbird, and Swainson’s Hawk during an active bird photography morning.
A Turkey-filled Morning at Black Mesa State Park
Wild turkeys walked through my campsite at Black Mesa State Park, creating an unexpected wildlife photography opportunity.
A Vulture, Hawks, and a Spooky Evening at Black Mesa State Park
A Turkey Vulture and Red-tailed Hawks appeared during a quiet evening hike at Black Mesa State Park in Oklahoma.
Sunrise Wildlife Encounters at Lake Carl Etling
Sunrise at Lake Carl Etling revealed mule deer, hummingbirds, and a Cooper’s Hawk during an early morning wildlife photography session.
Discovering a Hidden Sheepherder Hut at Lake Carl Etling
I discovered a hidden sheepherder hut near Lake Carl Etling (Black Mesa State Park), a quiet reminder of Oklahoma’s past.
Mule Deer Doe Enjoys Prickly Pear Cactus at Black Mesa
A mule deer doe feeds on prickly pear cactus at Lake Carl Etling, showing how wildlife survives in dry environments.
Red-headed Woodpecker’s Clever Grasshopper Cache
Spotted a Red-headed Woodpecker caching a grasshopper on a utility pole near Black Mesa Wildlife Preserve in Oklahoma.
An Evening with a Mule Deer Doe and Her Fawn at Lake Carl Etling
A mule deer doe and her fawn crossed Lake Carl Etling during a calm evening wildlife photography encounter.