Raccoons at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Winter

Raccoon Foraging in February

An encounter with active raccoons at Oklahoma’s Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about their winter survival secrets.

Identifying a Mysterious Hawk – Red-tailed or Krider’s?

Red-tailed or Krider's

Join me in unraveling the identity of a mysterious hawk photographed at an Oklahoma wildlife refuge – is it a Red-tailed, Krider’s or hybrid?

Witnessing a Red-tailed Hawk’s Art of Landing

Red-tailed Hawk gliding toward a sign with wings level and eyes focused.

Witnessing the artful landing of a Red-tailed hawk, including details of its graceful maneuvers and talon extension as it alighted on a sign.

Female Northern Cardinal Standing On A Frosty Post

Female Northern Cardinal On A Frosty Morning

I photographed a female Northern Cardinal standing on a frosty post and discussing techniques for minimizing busy backgrounds.

The Surprising Meaning Behind a Killdeer’s Tail Flagging Display

Two Killdeer standing on the ground, one with tail raised

Why killdeer raise and flash their tails, including predator distraction, territorial signals, and social behavior.

Northern Harrier Hunting Behavior

Northern Harrier on the ground with wings spread at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

An observational account of a Northern Harrier exhibiting fascinating hunting techniques like hopping and low, coursing flight while foraging in a field.

Nose-to-Nose Interaction Between Two Whitetail Bucks

Nose-to-Nose Interaction Between Two Whitetail Bucks

A rare interaction between two Whitetail Bucks in an Oklahoma field, captured nose to nose and explored through deer behavior.