Crayfish Bring Out the Wildlife at Sequoyah Refuge
Discover how crayfish at Sequoyah Refuge drive spring wildlife activity, drawing in predators like Barred Owls and Great Egrets.
Downy Woodpecker Fledglings Arrive in My Yard
I finally photographed downy woodpecker fledglings in my yard as they visited the feeder and showed off fresh young plumage.
Battling Invasive Feral Hogs at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I looked at how feral hog damage affects habitat at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and why managers work to control it.
Robin Eye Disease in My Backyard
I photographed a robin with an eye problem in my yard and looked into mycoplasmal conjunctivitis in backyard birds.
Eastern Bluebird Saga Finale
This eastern bluebird finale brought one family story to a close while hinting that a second brood may be on the way.
American Robin Fledglings in My Backyard
I spent a morning watching American robin fledglings in my backyard as they explored the grass and learned to survive.
Eastern Bluebird Courtship After Loss: A New Beginning
A single father eastern bluebird may have found a new mate. Follow this backyard story of courtship, resilience, and a second chance.
Red-eared Slider Nesting: Witnessing an Egg-Laying Encounter
I observed Red-eared Slider nesting behavior in my Arkansas yard, a rare glimpse into this turtle’s fascinating egg-laying process.