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National Wildlife Refuges

National Wildlife Refuges are crucial locations for my photography. I document the diverse species and habitats these areas protect. I capture the beauty of undisturbed ecosystems. I observe the behaviors of various wildlife within these refuges. I aim to show the importance of conservation and the preservation of natural spaces. Each refuge offers a unique glimpse into wild America.

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Rust-Colored Cottonmouth or Just Plain Dirty?

April 1, 2026April 17, 2024 by Steve Creek
Rust-colored cottonmouth snake on road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge Oklahoma

Is this rust-colored cottonmouth a true color variation or just mud? Take a closer look at this unusual snake.

Categories National Wildlife Refuges, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Snakes Tags cottonmouth, mud stain, natural variation, snake color, snake morph, wildlife

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Witnessing Barred Owl Affection

April 1, 2026April 16, 2024 by Steve Creek
Barred Owl preening another Barred Owl as part of bonding behavior

I watched barred owls show affection as the male groomed the female, a rare look at barred owl behavior at Sequoyah NWR.

Categories Bird Photography, National Wildlife Refuges, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge Tags barred owl, Birdwatching, monogamous birds, owl grooming, owl mating habits, Wildlife Photography 1 Comment

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A Lucky Encounter with a Great Horned Owl Fledgling

April 1, 2026April 15, 2024 by Steve Creek
Great Horned Owl Fledgling

Witnessing a Great Horned Owl fledgling at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge! Read about this incredible bird encounter.

Categories Bird Photography, National Wildlife Refuges, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge Tags Birdwatching, fledgling, great horned owl, nature, wildlife facts, Wildlife Photography 1 Comment

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Great Egret Catching a Frog at Sequoyah Refuge

April 1, 2026April 13, 2024 by Steve Creek
Close-up of Great Egret catching a frog with detailed view of its beak and prey

A Great Egret catches and swallows a frog at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. A close wildlife encounter from the auto tour road.

Categories Bird Photography, National Wildlife Refuges, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge Tags Birdwatching, Frog, great egret, leopard frog, Nature Photography, Wildlife Photography, Wildlife refuge
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