Squirrel Appreciation Day 2023
Christy Hargrove came up with the idea for Squirrel Appreciation Day on January 21, 2001. She is from Asheville and works at the North Carolina Nature Center.
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.
Observing a Striped Skunk Eating Grasshoppers
A wildlife photographer recounts an experience observing and photographing a striped skunk hunting and eating a grasshopper at a national wildlife refuge.
Yellow-bellied Marmot (Utah)
Photographing wildlife in their natural habitat is a true privilege, and capturing the essence and beauty of a Yellow-bellied Marmot in the Wasatch Mountains…
A Feisty Baby Striped Skunk
An amusing encounter with a baby striped skunk that charged aggressively while defending itself near a restroom at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Uinta Ground Squirrel Standing
Capturing the essence and beauty of the natural world is always a thrill, and the experience of photographing a Uinta Ground Squirrel standing on the side of…
Uinta Ground Squirrel Feeding
Capturing a Uinta Ground Squirrel feeding is a unique and thrilling experience, and in this blog post, I will share my experience of photographing one in the…
Baby Uinta Ground Squirrels
It wasn’t long before Mia spotted something and pulled the vehicle over, and I finally saw them. The Baby Uinta Ground Squirrels. I quickly went into action,…
Black-tailed Prairie Dog Mom and Pup
I had the opportunity to capture some amazing shots of the adorable Black-tailed Prairie Dog mom and pup. These social rodents are fascinating creatures.
Live Armadillo Crossing the Road: A Rare Sight
A rare sighting of a live armadillo crossing the road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma—captured in a stunning photo!
Sneaky Opossum on the Prowl
A wildlife photographer recounts an experience getting close to and photographing an opossum at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Raccoon Eating Frog Legs
At the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I had the unique opportunity to capture a stunning image of a raccoon indulging in its favorite meal – frog legs.
Raccoon Family of Five at Sequoyah Refuge
A wildlife photographer captures a special moment with a mother raccoon and her four kits ambling along the roadside at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Cinnamon-Tailed Raccoon at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Photographed a rare cinnamon-tailed raccoon at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
A Tired Mom Raccoon: Observing Wildlife Mothers
Discover the nurturing behavior of mother raccoons at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn how they protect, teach, and care for their young in the wild.
Growing Cottontail Under the Deck
A wildlife photographer documents the growth of a young cottontail rabbit living under their backyard deck in Arkansas.