Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge is a key location for my photography. I document the diverse birdlife and wetland habitats there. I capture the seasonal migrations and the resident wildlife. I observe the interactions between species and their environment. I aim to show the refuge’s importance for conservation in the Arkansas River Valley. It’s a vital sanctuary.

Leopard Frog Migration on Oklahoma Roads

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Leopard frog on asphalt road during late-summer migration at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma

Leopard frog migration can flood Oklahoma roads in August at Sequoyah NWR. Here’s what I saw, plus safe driving tips.

Mayfly Mound Mystery at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

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Large pile of dead mayflies on pavement at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma

Mayfly mound at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge shows a brief adult life and a healthy waterway, all in one strange pile.

Yellow-crowned Night Heron Swallowing a Dragonfly

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Yellow-crowned Night Heron swallowing a dragonfly in wetland habitat at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge Oklahoma

I photographed a Yellow-crowned Night Heron eating a dragonfly at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, capturing a rare feeding moment.

Up Close with Fawns at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

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Up Close with a White-Tailed Deer Fawn

Photographing white-tailed deer fawns at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and observing their early behavior before they lose their spots.