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.
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.
Red-eared Slider Nesting: Witnessing an Egg-Laying Encounter
I observed Red-eared Slider nesting behavior in my Arkansas yard, a rare glimpse into this turtle’s fascinating egg-laying process.
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?
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!
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.
Happy National Reptile Awareness Day!
Celebrating National Reptile Awareness Day with a photo of a box turtle from the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.