A Morning with the Spotted Orb Weaver Spider in My Arkansas Yard
The fascinating life of the Spotted Orb Weaver Spider in my Arkansas yard, from web-building to catching prey like Yellow Jacket Wasps. Nature at its finest!
Arkansas Wildlife
Carolina Wrens in My Arkansas Yard
Discover the charming Carolina Wrens in my Arkansas yard! Learn about their behavior, habitat, diet, and why they skipped nesting in my birdhouse this summer.
Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds: A Final Visit and an Unusual Observation
Tracking the last Ruby-throated Hummingbird visit in my yard this season, plus an unusual sighting of one with matted feathers.
Why a Red-bellied Woodpecker is Enlarging a Hole in My Pine Tree
Discover why Red-bellied Woodpeckers enlarge tree holes in fall, from caching food to preparing roosts, and how they get ready for winter in Arkansas.
Monarch Butterfly Migration: A Magical Moment in My Arkansas Yard
Witness the monarch butterfly’s incredible migration through Arkansas, and learn about their journey, life cycle, and conservation efforts in this wildlife photography story.
Carolina Grasshopper Laying Eggs Underground
Discover the fascinating reproductive process of the Carolina grasshopper, from egg-laying to hatching, witnessed firsthand in the Ouachita National Forest.
Trumpet Vine Sphinx Moth and a Carolina Chickadee
A Downy Woodpecker visit led to an unexpected encounter with a Trumpet Vine Sphinx Moth and a Carolina Chickadee, revealing nature’s surprising connections.
A Curious Encounter with a Downy Woodpecker: A Surprise Behavior
Unexpectedly, a Downy Woodpecker in my Arkansas yard appeared to cache a seed, a rare behavior for the species. Discover possible reasons behind this unusual act.
An Immature Female Summer Tanager in My Arkansas Yard
Spotting an immature female Summer Tanager in my Arkansas yard was a delight. Discover their appearance, behavior, and migration in this quick guide.
The Steel-blue Cricket-hunter Wasp With A Cricket
Discover the fascinating Steel-blue Cricket-hunter Wasp in Arkansas, a stunning predator with a vital role in pollination and natural pest control.
Encountering White-Tailed Deer at Mount Magazine State Park
Encounter the beauty of white-tailed deer at Mount Magazine State Park. Discover my experience photographing these graceful creatures in Arkansas’ highest peak.
Watching a Gray Squirrel Build a Nest at Mount Magazine
Camping at Mount Magazine State Park, I observed a Gray Squirrel building a leaf nest. A perfect moment for wildlife photography!
The Fascinating World of Cicada Mating
Explore the intricate world of cicada mating, from their deafening songs to brief adult lives. Discover nature’s symphony happening in your own backyard.
A Morning with the Baby Eastern Bluebird
Witness the heartwarming debut of a baby Eastern Bluebird in an Arkansas backyard. See photos and follow the journey of this third brood’s sole hatchling.
A Velvet Ant Encounter in Arkansas
Discover velvet ants in an Arkansas garden. Learn about these fascinating wasps and their unique traits observed during a cloudy morning photography session.