Red-eared Slider Returns to My Yard for Third Year Running
Red-eared Slider returns to my Arkansas yard for third year. Same turtle laying eggs or different visitor? June timing reveals pattern.
Turtles
Turtles are a slow-moving but fascinating subject for my photography. I document their diverse shells and their aquatic or terrestrial habitats. I capture their basking behavior and their role in the ecosystem. I observe their interactions with other wildlife and their long lifespans. I aim to show their ancient beauty and their importance in maintaining ecological balance. Their resilience is remarkable.
Turtles in My Arkansas Yard
I share my sightings of turtles in my Arkansas yard, including a Box Turtle and a Red-eared Slider that laid eggs.
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.
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!
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!
Wildlife photographer blog post celebrating National Reptile Awareness Day with a photo of a box turtle from the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Red-eared Slider in Arkansas: Spotted on a Quiet Morning
I photographed a Red-eared Slider in my Arkansas yard, capturing its journey and sharing insights into this adaptable turtle species.
A Dirt Clod Reveals a Hidden Box Turtle
A small dirt clod seemed to be moving, and I couldn’t resist pulling over to investigate. As I got closer, I realized that it was a Three-toed Box Turtle
The Three-toed Box Turtle: A Slow-Moving Treasure
If you are lucky enough to see a Three-toed Box Turtle in the wild, please be respectful and let it go on its way. These slow-moving turtles are a treasure, and they deserve our protection.
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.
Eastern River Cooter On Gravel
This Eastern River Cooter on gravel was on the auto tour road located at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
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.
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.