Mexican Long-Nosed Armadillo: The Nine-Banded Name Change
The Mexican long-nosed armadillo is the new name for the armadillos found in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Here’s why scientists changed it.
Mammal Photography
Explore “Mammal Photography” in this exciting category. Get tips for photographing mammals in their natural habitats. Learn about gear, timing, and techniques for great shots. Find the best locations like forests, plains, and mountains. This category is perfect for wildlife photographers and enthusiasts. Capture the charm of deer, bears, foxes, and more.
Pocket Gopher New Year Surprise Arkansas
My first wildlife photo of 2026 was a Pocket Gopher in my Arkansas yard. Read about this unexpected New Year’s Day encounter.
Why Some Whitetail Bucks Have Dark Antlers
I explain why some whitetail bucks have dark chocolate antlers. Learn what causes antler staining and what it tells you in the field.
Whitetail Doe at J.T. Nickel Family Nature and Wildlife Preserve
I photographed a young whitetail doe at J.T. Nickel Family Nature and Wildlife Preserve in Oklahoma. Read my Wildlife and Photography Notes.
Cow Elk With Drooped Ears in Boxley Valley
A cow elk with drooped ears urinates in a foggy Boxley Valley field. I photographed her on a cool November morning as the herd moved through.
White-tailed Buck with One Antler Chasing a Doe
A white-tailed buck with one antler chasing a doe at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Read my Wildlife and Photography Notes.
Coyote With Prey at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I photographed a coyote with prey at Sequoyah Refuge in Oklahoma. Read my Wildlife and Photography Notes about this encounter.
Cow Elk Nursing Her Calf on a Cool Morning
I photographed a cow elk nursing her calf in Boxley Valley, Arkansas, on a cool November morning. See my Wildlife and Photography Notes.