A Bee and an American Lotus
Explore the fascinating relationship between bees and American lotus flowers, captured in a photograph from Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma.
Insect Photography
Dive into the world of “Insect Photography” with this category. Learn tips for capturing stunning close-up images of insects. Discover the best equipment, lighting, and settings for macro shots. Explore habitats like forests, gardens, and wetlands to find subjects. This category suits photographers and nature lovers alike. Master techniques to showcase the beauty of bees, butterflies, beetles, and more.
A Bumblebee Mimic Robber Fly at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Discover a photographer’s exciting encounter with a Bumblebee Mimic Robber Fly at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma. Learn about this insect.
Common Buckeye Encounter at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Spotted a stunning Common Buckeye butterfly at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge! Discover these migratory marvels and their springtime arrival in Oklahoma.
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.
Eastern Bluebird Snags Mid-Transforming Crane Fly
Witness a strange bird feeding in Arkansas! See photos and learn how an Eastern Bluebird caught a crane fly mid-emergence from its larval stage.
The Buzz Around My New Meadow Sage (Salvia Lyrical Blues)
Wildlife photographer shares photos of the pollinator party happening around new Meadow Sage plants, with an unexpected nibbler – a baby rabbit!
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.
Mystery Moth Cocoon at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Empty moth cocoon at Sequoyah Refuge ignites quest to ID local moths! Discover their amazing transformations & why they’re nature’s tiny heroes.