Encountering the Diana Fritillary Butterfly in My Own Backyard
A chance encounter with a beautiful butterfly in my garden led to the discovery of Arkansas’s official state butterfly, the Diana Fritillary.
Butterflies
Butterflies: Delicate winged jewels of the garden. Capture their vibrant colors and graceful flight. Photograph their intricate wing patterns and diverse forms. Explore their habitats, from meadows to forests. Learn about their metamorphosis, from caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly, and their vital role as pollinators in the ecosystem.
Zebra Swallowtail Encounter at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Learn about the Zebra Swallowtail butterfly, its distinct black and white stripes, seasonal variations, and its place among the many swallowtail species.
A Late Season Common Buckeye Butterfly at Sequoyah NWR
An unusual November sighting of a Common Buckeye butterfly in Oklahoma, discussing why this sighting is uncommon and what might explain its late flight period.
Encountering an Unidentified Chrysalis
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek describes finding an unknown chrysalis during a photo walk at Sequoyah NWR, which he believes is a Viceroy butterfly.
Butterflies of Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek shares photos and information about the Common Checkered Skipper and Common Buckeye butterflies spotted in Oklahoma.