Orb Weaver Spider on a Mountain Bike Trail
A nature photographer encounters the harmless Spotted Orb-weaver Spider while hiking and captures photos of the spider in its large orb-shaped web.
Banded Garden Spider at Ben Geren Park
I photographed a Banded Garden Spider at Ben Geren Park in Arkansas. Read my Wildlife and Photography Notes from this fall encounter.
2023 Persimmon Seed Forecast For An Arkansas Winter
A folklore tradition using persimmon seeds to predict winter weather in Arkansas. This year’s seeds are forecasting a snowy season ahead.
Identifying The House Finch and Purple Finch
A wildlife photography blog explaining how to identify differences between male House Finches and Purple Finches.
Doe and Button Buck at First Light
An early morning encounter with a Whitetail Doe and her button buck fawn at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Lone Elk Calf Ventures Out in Boxley Valley
The final installment in a wildlife photography series from Boxley Valley, Arkansas. Images of a lone elk calf venturing out from the herd.
The Importance of a Wet Nose for Cow Elk
Part 5 of a wildlife photography series from Boxley Valley, Arkansas. Images and information about why cow elk lick their noses, to improve scenting ability.
Arkansas Bull Elk Asserting Dominance
Part 4 of a wildlife photography series from Boxley Valley, Arkansas. Images of a bull elk asserting dominance by chasing away rival bulls.