Mourning Dove Carrying Pine Needles for Nest Building
A Mourning Dove carries pine needles through my Arkansas yard as it gathers nest material, a simple sign that nesting season is underway.
Backyard birds
Male Downy Woodpecker Waiting for His Morning Suet
A male Downy Woodpecker waited near my deck for suet, then called for breakfast. I photographed the moment in Arkansas.
Mourning Dove Iridescent Color in My Arkansas Yard
Mourning Dove iridescent color stands out in these Arkansas yard photos, with soft pink shimmer and close detail from my deck.
American Robins Can Be Brutal During Territorial Fights
American Robin territorial fight photos from my yard show how fierce these birds can be during breeding season. Camera settings included.
Birding Brain Health and Backyard Photography
Birding keeps your brain active. Learn how backyard bird photography supports attention, memory, and mental health as you age.
White-throated Sparrow in the Snow, Arkansas Backyard Visitor
White-throated Sparrow in fresh snow, photographed in my Arkansas yard, with field notes and the settings I used on the Canon R5 Mark II.
Female Red-winged Blackbird After Snow in My Arkansas Yard
Female Red-winged Blackbird after snow in my Arkansas yard, with winter yard notes and Canon R5 Mark II settings from the deck rail.
Downy Woodpecker on a Suet Log After an Arkansas Snow
Downy Woodpecker snow photo from my Arkansas yard, plus wildlife notes, camera settings, and links to my backyard snow bird series.