Signs of Spring at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Warm weather brings out Scissor-tailed Flycatchers, Box Turtles, water snakes & a buzz of insects at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge!
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Why Barred Owls Are More Active Now
Learn about Barred Owl nesting season and how it affects their behavior. Discover tips for spotting these birds at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Muskrat Encounter (Video & Facts!)
One year after my first muskrat sighting, I spotted another one at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge! See the video and learn interesting facts.
A Spot of Hope for the Red-headed Woodpecker
While populations of Red-headed Woodpeckers are declining nationally, sightings are increasing at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Bald Eagle Delivers Fish
Witness a Bald Eagle soaring with a fish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma! Learn about this incredible wildlife encounter.
Zebra Swallowtail Encounter at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Learn about the Zebra Swallowtail butterfly, its distinct black and white stripes, seasonal variations, and its place among the many swallowtail species.
Eastern Phoebe Building Nest
A female Eastern Phoebe gathering moss to build its nest under a pier at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge! Learn about Eastern Phoebe nesting habits.
Pied-billed Grebe Stretching?
Ever wondered what a Pied-billed Grebe is doing when it contorts itself in the water? Explore a photo mystery from Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Photographing Coyotes with a Little Help from Vultures
My tactics to get images of coyotes in their natural habitat. Discover tips for scent control, camouflage, and staying still to get close to wildlife.
Bald Eagle Chasing the Moon
A young Bald Eagle soaring towards the moon at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
An Eastern River Cooter Encounter & Name Origin
Spotted an Eastern River Cooter crossing a road at Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge, leading to a fascinating discovery about the turtle’s name origin.
Great Horned Owl Found at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
A successful quest to find and photograph a Great Horned Owl at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, including a surprising connection to a past encounter.
Witnessing a Red-shouldered Hawk’s Nesting Ritual
Witnessing a Red-shouldered Hawk gathering nesting materials in Oklahoma, providing insights into their nest-building habits and behaviors.
Fascinating Hunting Technique of the Belted Kingfisher
Witnessing a Belted Kingfisher’s remarkable hunting technique at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, slamming its prey against a branch before swallowing.
Young Bald Eagles Perched Together
Encounter two young Bald Eagles perched close at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Explore possible reasons for their behavior