Baltimore Oriole Visit in My Yard
Baltimore Oriole in my yard brought a quick flash of orange, a perched male bird, and a rare backyard photo moment.
Arkansas birds
Scruffy Robins and Familiar Patterns Across the Years
A scruffy robin with a brood patch appeared in my yard two years in a row. Here’s what that means and how I photographed her safely.
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.
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.