Thrilling Encounter with a Young Water Moccasin
A first-hand account of a wildlife photographer’s exciting experience capturing an image of a venomous young Water Moccasin in its natural habitat in Oklahoma.
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.
Rough Green Snake With Dark Spot
What caught my eye was a dark spot on the side of its head, a feature I had never seen before in a Rough Green Snake.
Northern Diamond-backed Watersnake On Log
I had the opportunity to capture a photo of a Northern Diamond-backed Watersnake basking on a log in the river. This particular log had a dragonfly perched…
Arkansas Yard Yields Dwarf American Toad Encounter
A wildlife photographer describes encountering a Dwarf American Toad near his cabin in the Ouachita National Forest of Arkansas.
Spotting Fowler’s Toads in My Arkansas Backyard
A wildlife photographer describes capturing a photo of a Fowler’s Toads seen in their backyard in Arkansas.
Capturing the Elusive Juvenile Five-Lined Skink
A wildlife photographer describes searching for and photographing the fast, elusive juvenile five-lined skink near the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas.
Cottonmouth In Tall Grass
During my walk on one of the service roads at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma, I had a close encounter with a Cottonmouth, also known as a…
Water Moccasin Crossing Asphalt Road
I was driving the asphalt section of the auto tour road at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma when I came upon a Water Moccasin (Cottonmouth). As soon as it saw my pickup it stopped and raised its head. I exited my pickup and took a few photos before it finally went on its … Read more
Ratsnake On Sandtown Trail
Encountered a Ratsnake on the Sandtown Trail at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma. Took photos and enjoyed more wildlife sightings on this walk.
Colorful Three-toed Box Turtle
I had the incredible opportunity to witness a remarkable sight—a vibrant Three-toed Box Turtle gracefully crossing the asphalt section of the tour road.
Three-toed Box Turtle Close-up
I had the pleasure of capturing a remarkable close-up photo of a Three-Toed Box Turtle during my visit to the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Three-toed Box Turtle Walking On Rocks
Presented here is an image I captured of a Three-toed Box Turtle as it sauntered across a cluster of rocks. These rocks are now commonplace on the tour road…
Timber Rattlesnakes in Arkansas: Habitat and Safety Tips
Explore Timber Rattlesnakes in Arkansas: their habitat, behavior, safety tips, and conservation efforts to protect these vital reptiles.
A Ouachita Map Turtle at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Captured an Ouachita Map Turtle basking at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about turtle behavior, photography tips, and camera settings used.
Copperhead Crossing Asphalt Road
Copperhead Snakes are native to the eastern and central regions of the United States. They are venomous creatures, but they are generally non-aggressive