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.
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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.
Creating Unique Driftwood Bird Perches
Learn how to gather driftwood for bird perches, set them up, and enhance your backyard bird photography with natural and unique elements.
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.
The Return of the Yellow-rumped Warblers
Yellow-rumped Warblers, aka “butter butts,” return to my Arkansas yard this fall. Learn about their migration.
Trumpet Vine Sphinx Moth and a Carolina Chickadee
A backyard encounter with a Trumpet Vine Sphinx Moth and Carolina Chickadee showed unexpected wildlife behavior.
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
I spotted an immature female Summer Tanager perched in my Arkansas yard oak tree and finally got the shot after weeks of trying.