Eastern Bluebird Faces a Territorial Mockingbird at the Birdhouse
An Eastern Bluebird checked my birdhouse in late February, but a territorial mockingbird may make nesting harder this spring.
Arkansas birds
Carolina Chickadee Returns to the Same Birdhouse This Spring
A Carolina Chickadee is back checking the same birdhouse this March. See my wildlife and photography notes from the deck.
Bald Eagles and Fishing Birds at Charleston Lake
I photographed Bald Eagles, Double-crested Cormorants, and American White Pelicans in Arkansas on a frigid January morning.
Charleston City Lake Birds on a Cold Morning
A cold morning with Charleston City Lake birds, including bald eagles, cormorants, and a great blue heron in Arkansas.
Female Summer Tanager with Wasp
A female Summer Tanager catches a wasp in my Arkansas yard, showing the skill and precision of this insect-hunting songbird.
Ruby-throated Hummingbird Fights and Fierce Territorial Battles
Ruby-throated Hummingbird fights show fierce territorial battles. Learn why these tiny birds defend nectar with surprising force.
Northern Flicker Sunning on a Pine Branch in Arkansas
On the morning of July 19, I spotted a Northern Flicker high in a pine tree in my Arkansas yard. The bird was stretched out on a dead branch, wings slightly open, soaking in the warmth of a clear summer day. It paused there for several minutes, giving me the perfect opportunity to capture the … Read more
Young Ruby-throated Hummingbird Showing Early Throat Color
Juvenile Ruby-throated Hummingbird shows first red throat feathers while perched in my Arkansas yard. A quiet moment worth capturing.