Backyard Bird Visitors After Arkansas Snow
Snow in Arkansas brought Brown Thrashers, Mockingbirds, Cowbirds, Mourning Doves, and Pine Warblers to my yard. Winter birdwatching!
Arkansas birds
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.
The Charming Red-bellied Woodpecker: A Close Encounter
Discover the vibrant Red-bellied Woodpecker, its habitat, behavior, and tips for photographing these delightful birds in Arkansas and Oklahoma.
Brown Thrasher Update: Still Making Music in My Backyard!
Brown Thrashers: Year-round residents in Arkansas! Learn more about these backyard songbirds and their presence throughout the year in the Natural State.
Downy Woodpecker Fledglings Finally Arrive!
Photographer captures photos of adorable Downy Woodpecker fledglings visiting a suet feeder, with details on their distinct appearance and behaviors.