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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.

Exploring Fowler’s Toad in Arkansas

October 14, 2024September 4, 2022 by Steve Creek
Fowler's Toad On Sidewalk

Let’s delve into the captivating realm of the Fowler’s toad, a fascinating amphibian commonly found in the southern and eastern regions of the United States.

Categories Arkansas Wildlife Locations, Lavaca, Toads Tags Breeding season, fowlers toad, Nocturnal creatures, Toad-friendly habitat, Trill-like call, Wildlife Photography

A Western Ribbon Snake at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

July 24, 2024August 30, 2022 by Steve Creek
Western Ribbon Snake Uses Tongue to Explore

A wildlife photography blog post describing an encounter with a Western Ribbon Snake at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.

Categories Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Snakes Tags Frog, Nature Photography, Oklahoma wildlife, reptile photography, snake behavior, snake camouflage, snake photography, Wildlife Photography

Spotting a DeKay’s Brownsnake on the Trail

August 15, 2024August 15, 2022 by Steve Creek
A DeKay's Brownsnake on the Asphalt Trail

At first, I thought the DeKay’s Brownsnake was just a twig lying on the asphalt, but I soon realized it was a cleverly disguised snake.

Categories Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Snakes Tags Asphalt trail, Dekay's Brownsnake, Nature's surprises, Wildlife Photographer

Three-toed Box Turtle

December 27, 2024August 13, 2022 by Steve Creek
Three-toed Box Turtle

I was lucky enough to photograph this Three-toed Box Turtle crossing the road at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.

Categories National Wildlife Refuges, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Reptiles & Amphibians, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Turtles Tags box turtle, Three-toed Box Turtle

Water Moccasin In The Rocks

July 24, 2023August 9, 2022 by Steve Creek
Water Moccasin In The Rocks

As I traversed the auto tour road at Oklahoma’s Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I had a thrilling encounter with a Water Moccasin at the Sally Jones Causeway

Categories Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Snakes, Water Moccasins Tags Sally Jones Causeway

North American Racer Or Rat Snake?

July 3, 2024July 19, 2022 by Steve Creek
North American Racer

The key differences between North American Racer snakes and Rat Snakes, including their appearance, size, behavior, habitat, diet, and climbing abilities.

Categories Snakes Tags non-venomous snakes, north american racer, Rat Snake, snake behavior, snake comparison, snake diet, snake habitat, snake identification, snake species

Five-lined Skinks Mating

December 28, 2024July 14, 2022 by Steve Creek
Mating Five-lined Skinks

I was able to witness and capture on camera a rare event: the mating ritual of a pair of Five-lined Skinks.

Categories Arkansas Wildlife Locations, Skinks Tags Five-lined Skinks, Male and female Skinks, Mating behavior, Mating ritual, Ouachita Mountains, Tick parasite, Wildlife Photography

Gopher Snake In Utah

July 3, 2024July 9, 2022 by Steve Creek
Gopher Snake

During my recent wildlife photography expedition to Antelope Island State Park in Utah, I had the pleasure of spotting a Gopher Snake crossing the road.

Categories Snakes Tags antelope island state park, gopher snake, utah

Eastern River Cooter On Gravel

December 28, 2024May 17, 2022 by Steve Creek
Eastern River Cooter on the Move

This Eastern River Cooter on gravel was on the auto tour road located at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.

Categories National Wildlife Refuges, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Reptiles & Amphibians, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Turtles

American Bullfrog On Gravel Road

April 2, 2024May 14, 2022 by Steve Creek
American Bullfrog On Gravel Road

This American Bullfrog was on a section of the auto tour road (Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma).

Categories Frogs, National Wildlife Refuges, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge Tags american bullfrog

Mississippi Mud Turtle Crossing Road

December 20, 2024April 17, 2022 by Steve Creek
Mississippi Mud Turtle Crossing Road

Encountered a Mississippi Mud Turtle on the auto tour road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge! Learn about their egg-laying habits.

Categories National Wildlife Refuges, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Reptiles & Amphibians, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Turtles Tags Mississippi Mud Turtle, Oklahoma wildlife, turtle nesting, Wildlife Photography

Box Turtle On The Rocks

December 27, 2024September 10, 2021 by Steve Creek
Box Turtle On The Rocks

A wildlife photographer’s experience capturing images of a three-toed box turtle crossing the road at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.

Categories Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Reptiles & Amphibians, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Turtles Tags amphibian photography, Nature Photography, reptile photography, Three-toed Box Turtle, Turtle, Wildlife Photography

A Summer of Scarce Water Moccasins

August 22, 2023September 3, 2021 by Steve Creek
Water Moccasin Crossing Gravel Road

A first-person perspective from a wildlife photographer observing fewer sightings of Water Moccasins this summer season.

Categories Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Snakes Tags cottonmouth, habitat, nature, Sally Jones Causeway, scarcity, snakes, Wildlife Photography

American Bullfrog Partially Submerged In Water

December 20, 2024August 12, 2021 by Steve Creek
American Bullfrog Partially Submerged In Water

While driving over the Sally Jones Causeway at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I spotted an American Bullfrog partially submerged in the water.

Categories Frogs, Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge Tags american bullfrog, amphibian, bullfrog, Frog, Sally Jones Causeway, wetlands, wildlife, Wildlife Photography

Ratsnake Flicking Tongue

August 7, 2023August 6, 2021 by Steve Creek
Ratsnake Flicking Tongue

A wildlife photographer recounts spotting and photographing a ratsnake flicking its tongue on a gravel road at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.

Categories Oklahoma Wildlife Locations, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Snakes Tags nature, ratsnake, reptile, snake, tongue flicking, wildlife, Wildlife Photography
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