Red-winged Blackbird: The Showoff of the Wetlands
Discover the male Red-winged Blackbird’s bold plumage, dramatic calling pose, and surprising social life in the wetlands of Oklahoma.
Blue Jay Fledglings Beyond the Beg
Blue jay begging behavior shows how young birds call, posture, and depend on parents after leaving the nest.
Eastern Bluebird Comeback! Male Feeds New Mate Incubating Eggs
Remember the single dad Eastern Bluebird? He’s got a new mate and she’s laying eggs! See a photo of the male feeding her a cricket.
Eastern Bluebird Sunbathing Antics
Amusing backyard observations of an adult male Eastern Bluebird and a juvenile engaging in sunbathing behaviors.
Tufted Titmouse Bath Time at the Birdbath
Tufted titmouse bath time turns funny fast, from a soaked birdbath dip to a wild, puffed-up look on a nearby branch.
Tufted Titmouse Fledgling at the Feeder
A tufted titmouse fledgling begs for food at the feeder, a lively backyard moment with close-up bird behavior and photo notes.
Watersnake in the Reeds at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
A well-camouflaged watersnake rests in the reeds at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, with habitat notes and camera settings.
Diana Fritillary Butterfly in My Backyard
I found a Diana fritillary butterfly in my Arkansas backyard and learned more about Arkansas’s official state butterfly.