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!
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!
A Downy Woodpecker visit led to an unexpected encounter with a Trumpet Vine Sphinx Moth and a Carolina Chickadee, revealing nature’s surprising connections.
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.
Spotting an immature female Summer Tanager in my Arkansas yard was a delight. Discover their appearance, behavior, and migration in this quick guide.
Discover the quirky antics of an immature Northern Mockingbird in a backyard, from unconventional drinking habits to peculiar hunting behavior.
Explore backyard bird photography on a rainy day in Arkansas, capturing Downy Woodpeckers, molting Cardinals, and rare Red-headed Woodpeckers.
Witness the delightful sight of American Robin fledglings in their backyard habitat and learn about their remarkable journey to independence.
A delightful backyard birding tale of a persistent fledgling House Finch begging to be fed by its attentive parent, showcasing natural avian parenting behavior.
Learn about the typical Eastern Bluebird nesting timeline in Arkansas and the role of conservation efforts like nest boxes.
See pictures and learn interesting facts about the Swamp Sparrow, a medium-sized songbird found in wetlands across North America.
Discover the gripping tale of the Tufted Titmouse’s struggle against House Sparrow intrusion in their nesting territory.
Encountered a Northern Cardinal fledgling on a summer morning in 2017. Learn about fledgling behavior, camera settings, and tips for backyard birding.