World Frog Day 2025: Protecting Our Amphibian Friends
Celebrate World Frog Day 2025! Discover why frogs matter, the Green Tree Frog’s role in nature, and how you can help protect them.
Reptiles & Amphibians
Delve into “Reptiles & Amphibians” with this category. Learn about snakes, lizards, frogs, and salamanders. Discover their habitats, behaviors, and unique traits. Find tips for observing or photographing these creatures. It’s perfect for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. Explore wetlands, forests, and deserts for sightings.
Slithering into Saint Patrick’s Day with A Rough Green Snake
Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day with Arkansas’ Rough Green Snake, a vibrant symbol of spring’s renewal and nature’s quiet beauty.
Leopard Frog Migration Surges on Oklahoma Roads
Discover why leopard frogs flood Oklahoma roads in August. Learn about their migration patterns and how you can help these tiny travelers.
Observing the Color-Changing Mastery of the Gray Tree Frog
Discover the fascinating color-changing abilities of the Gray Tree Frog at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, and learn about their unique survival strategies.
Watersnake on a Lotus Leaf at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Discover an unexpected wildlife moment at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma. A watersnake found resting on a White Lotus leaf.
An American Green Tree Frogs Perfect Pose
Discover a wildlife photographer’s unexpected encounter with an American Tree Frog at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Bullfrog Encounter at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
A close-up image of an American bullfrog at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma, along with interesting facts about these large predatory frogs.
Watersnakes Thrive at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Another surprise encounter with a well-camouflaged Watersnake at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Rough Green Snake Encounter at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
A Rough Green Snake at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma! Learn about their tongue-flicking behavior, and why they might be spotted on roads.
Celebrate World Turtle Day: Shell-ebrate Our Amazing Turtles!
Today is World Turtle Day! Learn about the importance of turtles, the threats they face, and how you can help protect them.
Sunbathing Snakes at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
An exciting encounter with three sunbathing Diamondback Watersnakes at Oklahoma’s Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, and the watersnake species found there.
Witnessing a Red-eared Slider Laying Eggs
Spotted a Red-eared Slider laying eggs in my Arkansas backyard! These turtles are prolific layers. Learn more about their fascinating egg-laying habits!
Three-toed Box Turtle Colors
The reasons behind the vibrant colors of the Three-toed Box Turtle. Learn about genetics, environment, adaptation, and even a touch of sexual dimorphism!
Skinks Emerge at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
The warmer weather brings springtime sightings of skinks at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge! Read about their hibernation habits and ideal springtime temps.
Rust-Colored Cottonmouth or Just Plain Dirty?
Investigating the unusual rust-colored appearance of a Cottonmouth snake spotted in Oklahoma – is it a natural variation or just dried mud?