Encountering a Porcupine at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

A Porcupine Moving Through The Grass

I spotted a porcupine crossing the road at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A rare and memorable wildlife encounter in Oklahoma.

Encountering Lark Sparrows at the Wichita Mountains

Lark Sparrow perched on a small branch with a grasshopper in its bill at Wichita Mountains

Lark Sparrows at the Wichita Mountains made a great subject, especially one posing with a grasshopper in its bill.

Encountering Turkeys at the Wichita Mountains

Rio Grande turkey hen with poults crossing a road at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

Photographing Rio Grande turkeys at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, including a hen with poults and tips for spotting them.

The Bobwhites of the Wichita Mountains Refuge

Northern Bobwhite Perched On A Rock

I photographed Northern Bobwhites at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and share why they thrive in this unique Oklahoma habitat.

Texas Longhorns at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

Close-up side profile of a Texas Longhorn at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

Texas Longhorns are a familiar sight at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, where a long-managed herd helped preserve the breed.