Landscapes of Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge
Wichita Mountains landscapes in Oklahoma, from Post Oak Lake to Mount Scott, with granite ridges, grasslands, and big skies.
Greater Roadrunner Encounter at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
A close wildlife encounter with a greater roadrunner at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma and a look at its hunting behavior.
Chasing Lizards in the Wichita Mountains
I photographed several Wichita Mountains lizards during a visit to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
A Colorful Encounter with the Painted Bunting
Painted bunting photo from Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, plus notes on behavior, habitat, and the settings I used on this trip.
Why Part of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge is Closed
Wichita refuge closures protect habitat, support research, reduce disease risk, and keep visitors safe in the Wichita Mountains.
Elk Encounters in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
Photographing elk in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma, including cow elk and a small group of impressive bull elk.
Pregnant Whitetail Does at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
Pregnant whitetail does moved through my Wichita Mountains camp, giving me a close look at late spring deer behavior in Oklahoma.
Eastern Bluebird Chicks Hatch! Parents Work Overtime
Eastern Bluebird chicks have hatched. See photos of the busy parents bringing food and caring for their growing brood in this backyard nest.