Winter at Sequoyah Refuge: Raptors, Geese & First-Time Sighting
Winter wildlife adventure at Sequoyah Refuge: Raptors soaring, snow geese flocking, and a first-time sighting of Lesser and Greater Scaup.
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Bird Photography at Kerr Dam, Oklahoma
Photograph winter birds at Kerr Dam in Oklahoma, including pelicans, gulls, eagles, and cormorants. Tips for capturing unique shots in cold-weather conditions.
American White Pelicans: Rare?
Learn about the current conservation status of the American White Pelican. Get information on historical population declines and recent rebounds.
Pelican Landing Gracefully
Watching American White Pelicans land gracefully on the water as I sat near the Robert S. Kerr Lock and Dam. Photo and description of their unique landing.
Unique Fishing Tactics of American White Pelicans
A blog post describing how American White Pelicans catch fish differently below Kerr Dam in Oklahoma compared to a small lake.
American White Pelican’s Graceful Landing
Experience a majestic scene as an American White Pelican spreads its immense wings during a graceful landing on Oklahoma’s Sally Jones Lake.
American White Pelicans in Flight at Sally Jones Lake
Come see incredible flight photography of American White Pelicans gliding over Oklahoma’s Sally Jones Lake. Massive wingspans make them a majestic sight.
American White Pelican’s Unexpected Pastime
While photographing at a wildlife refuge, I captured intriguing behavior of an American White Pelican tossing around a small object in a seeming game of catch.