Starting the New Year at Osage Hills State Park
Start 2025 with wildlife photography at Osage Hills State Park, Oklahoma. Armadillos, hiking, and scenic beauty await!
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.
Fox Squirrel Fitness Plan: Salad Days
Fox squirrel ditches peanuts for salads after being called out for its size. A funny look at its healthy eating journey.
Fox Squirrel Eating Peanut: Peanut Grins
A hilarious photo of a Fox Squirrel munching a peanut with a big grin. Explore the funny side of backyard wildlife in this lighthearted post.
Photographing an Opossum in Late Fall
Encounter with an opossum in late fall at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about its behavior and adaptations before winter sets in.
Blue Jay vs. Squirrel: An Acorn Heist?
Blue Jay caught digging up and relocating acorns in my yard. Was it stealing from Fox Squirrels? Explore this intriguing interspecies acorn rivalry.
Swamp Rabbit or Cottontail? A Curious Visitor in My Garden
Is it a Swamp Rabbit or a Cottontail? A young rabbit in my Arkansas garden has me wondering. See photos and decide for yourself!
Fox Squirrels Chewing on Deer Antlers
Discover why Fox Squirrels chew on deer antlers for nutrients, dental health, and ecological benefits. Learn about osteophagy and its natural role.
Fox Squirrels and Water: Observations from My Yard
Discover how much water Fox Squirrels need daily, why they seem to drink more at my birdbath, and what factors affect their hydration needs in different seasons.
Bald Eagles and Painted Buntings: A Visit to SNWR
Join me on a wildlife photography adventure at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, where I encounter Bald Eagles, butterflies, and a surprise Painted Bunting!
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!
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.