The Curious Case of the Grackle’s Sumac Rubdown
A first-hand account of witnessing Common Grackles anting with sumac berries at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Oklahoma Wildlife Locations
Explore the diverse locations in Oklahoma where I capture wildlife through my photography. This category serves as a guide to destinations that offer opportunities to observe various bird species, mammals, reptiles, and aquatic life.
A Perched Male Red-winged Blackbird
A wildlife photographer recounts spotting and photographing a striking male Red-winged Blackbird at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Great Egret Swallowing Sunfish at Sequoyah Refuge
A wildlife photographer blogs about witnessing a Great Egret swallowing an unusually large sunfish at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
The Scissor-tailed Flycatcher Singing
I was thrilled to capture some photos of a beautiful Scissor-tailed Flycatcher during a recent trip to the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Horse Fly Eyes Close-up
Horse fly eyes up close at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge reveal dazzling colors and gender differences in this striking macro image.
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.
A Male Indigo Bunting In Oklahoma
While exploring Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I was fortunate enough to capture the beauty of a male Indigo Bunting in its natural habitat.
Young Red-tailed Hawk Stretching Wings
This blog post explores the unique characteristics of young Red-tailed Hawks, including their general appearance, eye color, habitat, diet, behavior, etc.
Heron Eating Well With An Injury
A photographer shares an update on an injured Great Blue Heron, noting its ability to adapt and survive despite having a fishing lure stuck in its foot.
Heron With Fishing Lure Stuck in Foot
A wildlife photography shares the story of encountering an injured Great Blue Heron with a fishing lure stuck in its foot at a wildlife refuge.
Whitetail Buck Amidst a Corn Paradise
An extraordinary encounter I had at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. It involved a Whitetail Buck in velvet, nestled amidst towering corn plants.
Large Snapping Turtle Crossing Road
This large Snapping Turtle came out of the Arkansas River and was crossing the road to an area called Tuff Pond at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Female Wood Duck
I photographed this female Wood Duck at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Raccoons Mating at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Observing raccoon mating behavior at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge—learn when and how raccoons breed in the wild.