Watching a Gray Squirrel Build a Nest at Mount Magazine
Camping at Mount Magazine State Park, I observed a Gray Squirrel building a leaf nest. A perfect moment for wildlife photography!
Small Mammals
As a wildlife photographer in Arkansas, I focus on small mammals. These are the often-overlooked creatures. From squirrels and mice to shrews and voles, i capture their lives. I document their behavior and habitats in the wild.
Competing with Fox Squirrels for Backyard Pears: A Personal Tale
Competing with Fox Squirrels for backyard pears has turned my garden into a wildlife buffet. Discover the amusing antics and lessons learned from sharing.
A Curious Encounter: Cottontail Rabbit Munching on Mealworms
Discover the unusual behavior of a Cottontail Rabbit eating dried mealworms and learn about their natural diet and feeding habits.
A Rainy Day Wildlife Photography Session
Capture a rainy day wildlife session from my deck with woodpeckers, hummingbirds, and a cottontail rabbit, thanks to a new bird feeder setup.
Face-to-Face with an Opossum in Oklahoma
A rare daytime opossum sighting at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge highlights the unpredictable rewards of wildlife photography and staying prepared.
Encountering a Porcupine at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
A Porcupine at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge! Their unique defense mechanisms, lifestyle habits, and why the refuge provides a perfect habitat for them.
Prairie Dogs and Rain at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
A trip report about a visit to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma, including photos and information about the Black-tailed Prairie Dogs there.
Swamp Rabbit Surprise at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Ever seen a rabbit swimming? Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge is home to the elusive swamp rabbit, a larger, water-loving cousin of the cottontail.
Baby Cottontail Rabbit In My Flower Garden
A follow-up on a flowerbed with a resident rabbit! Learn how to keep rabbits out of your garden humanely, with tips on fencing, planting, repellents, and more.
The Fox Squirrel Strikes a Pose (Again!)
A hilarious encounter with a Fox Squirrel who loves to lounge on a favorite tree limb. See the funny poses she struck and why a birdhouse had to be relocated!
Fox Squirrel Lounging in My Backyard
A photo and interesting facts about fox squirrels in Arkansas, including their lifespan, behavior, adaptation to habitats, and diet.
A Daredevil Raccoon’s Lofty Treehouse
Witnessing a raccoon lounging 75 feet up a cottonwood had me rethinking my fear of heights. A glimpse into how these animals exploit tree hollows.
Analyzing a Fox Squirrel’s Dash Across an Open Field
An account of spotting a fox squirrel feeding far from trees at a wildlife refuge, analyzing its hypothetical chances of escaping a hawk by sprinting to safety.
Raccoons at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Winter
A Wildlife Photographer’s encounter with active raccoons at Oklahoma’s Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about their winter survival secrets.
Celebrating Squirrel Appreciation Day in Arkansas
A lighthearted ode to the Eastern Gray and Fox Squirrels of Arkansas on National Squirrel Appreciation Day. Learn fun facts about these bushy-tailed critters.