Dark-eyed Juncos: A Farewell to Arkansas’ Snowbirds
Dark-eyed Juncos leave Arkansas as spring arrives. A final look at these winter visitors before they migrate north.
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Common Grackle: Feeder Bullies & Backyard Beauty
Explore the bold beauty of Common Grackles in Arkansas. Learn about their behavior, diet, and how to photograph these fascinating birds.
Mourning Dove Winter Resilience: Quiet Strength in Arkansas
Discover the Mourning Dove’s winter resilience in Arkansas—thriving in 20 mph winds and cold, a lesson in quiet survival.
Backyard Bird Visitors After Arkansas Snow
Snow in Arkansas brought Brown Thrashers, Mockingbirds, Cowbirds, Mourning Doves, and Pine Warblers to my yard. Winter birdwatching!
The Red-bellied Woodpecker After the Snow
Red-bellied Woodpecker visits Arkansas feeder after snow, captured with Canon R5 Mark II and RF 200-800 lens. Vibrant colors in winter.
Birds in the Snow: Grackles and Red-winged Blackbirds
Common Grackles and Red-winged Blackbirds flock to snowy Arkansas feeders, showcasing bold behavior and survival strategies during winter.
A Rare Rusty Blackbird in My Arkansas Yard
Rare Rusty Blackbird sighting in snowy Arkansas. Learn about its habitat, behavior, and conservation efforts.
Chipping Sparrow in My Arkansas Yard
Chipping Sparrow spotted in my Arkansas yard. Learn about their habits, challenges of photographing them, and my latest photo capture.
A Northern Mockingbird’s Feeder Takeover
An aggressive Northern Mockingbird dominates my feeders, eating only suet while chasing off birds like cardinals, juncos, and woodpeckers.
Dark-eyed Juncos: The Snowbirds Have Returned
Dark-eyed Juncos return to Arkansas, marking the arrival of winter. Learn about their habits, how to attract them, and why they make Arkansas winters complete.
A Pine Warbler’s Visit to My Arkansas Feeder
Spotted a vibrant male Pine Warbler at my Arkansas feeder this fall. Learn more about these adaptable, resilient birds and their unique behaviors and habitat.
Feeder Favorites: The Tufted Titmouse and Carolina Chickadee
Daily visits from Tufted Titmice and Carolina Chickadees bring life to my yard. Learn why birds may pause feeder visits and how to keep them coming back.
The Return of the Yellow-rumped Warblers
Yellow-rumped Warblers, aka “butter butts,” return to my Arkansas yard this fall. Learn about their migration and my latest photo on a White-tailed Deer antler!
Why You Should Leave Birdhouses Up Year-Round
Learn why keeping birdhouses up year-round in Arkansas helps birds like Eastern Bluebirds find shelter and prepare for the next nesting season.
Spotting the Pileated Woodpecker
Photos and details about seeing the iconic Pileated Woodpecker in Arkansas, including at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and in a suburban backyard.