Great Blue Heron Poised For Takeoff at Sequoyah Refuge
A Great Blue Heron poised for takeoff at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, captured just before it lifts from a tree limb.
Pollinators on Meadow Sage in My Arkansas Yard
Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds gather around my Meadow Sage plants in Arkansas, creating constant pollinator activity.
Eastern Bluebird Eggs Incubating in Nest Box
Eastern Bluebird eggs are laid and incubating in my Arkansas yard, with a close look at nesting behavior and parental roles.
Downy Woodpecker Feeding on Trumpet Vine Seed Pods
A Downy Woodpecker feeds on trumpet vine seed pods, showing a lesser-known foraging behavior at Sequoyah refuge.
Unzipping the Secrets of Bird Feather Maintenance
I photographed a bird preening and explain how feather maintenance works, including how birds keep feathers aligned and waterproof.
Signs of Spring at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Signs of spring at Sequoyah refuge bring flycatchers, turtles, and snakes back to life as warmer weather returns to Oklahoma.
Why Barred Owls Are More Active Now
Learn about Barred Owl nesting season. Discover tips for spotting these birds at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Muskrat Encounter at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Muskrat encounter at Sequoyah NWR, caught on video from the auto tour road, plus a few quick muskrat facts from the field.