Fascinating Hunting Technique of the Belted Kingfisher

Belted Kingfisher Banging Fish Against Limb

Witnessing a Belted Kingfisher’s remarkable hunting technique at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, slamming its prey against a branch before swallowing.

Observing American Coots: A Photographer’s Perspective

American Coot swimming in calm water at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.

I explore the feeding behavior of American Coots at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and compare their habits to other regions.

Encountering a Bald Eagle Family at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

Bald Eagle Family

A Bald Eagle family at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge! Learn about responsible viewing and the refuge’s efforts to conserve these birds.

Red-headed Woodpecker Food Storage Behavior

Red-headed Woodpecker With A Nut

Encounter a Red-headed Woodpecker at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma and learn about its fascinating food storage behavior.

Strange Behavior Of A Immature Red-tailed Hawk

A young Red-tailed Hawk on a tree limb with wings slightly spread.

I watched a young Red-tailed Hawk at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge practicing mock attacks on a tree limb. See the photos and learn why.

Whitetail Deer Are Strong Swimmers

Whitetail deer swimming ability shown as a buck crosses Reeve’s Slough at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

Deer swimming ability often surprises people. Learn how far whitetail deer swim, why they enter water, and what makes them strong swimmers.