Bluebirds Feeding Young on the First Day of Summer
Bluebirds feeding young mark the start of summer in my Arkansas yard, bringing life and motion to the longest day of the year.
Backyard birds
Northern Mockingbird Wing Flash Display
Discover why the Northern Mockingbird uses its dramatic wing flash display to hunt insects and signal territory in your backyard.
A Close Look at a Female Ruby-throated Hummingbird
This female Ruby-throated Hummingbird had pollen on her head and beak, a clear sign she’d just visited flowers. See the photos!
Aggressive Male Eastern Bluebird Joins Nesting Effort in My Yard
An aggressive male Eastern Bluebird joins a hardworking female, but his behavior raises questions in this surprising backyard story.
American Robin Steals Earthworm in a Bold Move
An American Robin steals an earthworm from another in my Arkansas yard, showing how bold and competitive these birds can be.
Mourning Dove Fledgling Resting in the Grass
Mourning Dove fledgling resting in my Arkansas yard after a light rain, blending into the grass with its juvenile plumage.
Bluebird Nest Building Begins with Returning Female
Female Eastern Bluebird starts building a new nest while a new male drives off fledglings. Nesting behavior unfolds in my Arkansas yard.
Carolina Chickadee Feeding Its Fledgling in My Yard
I watched a Carolina Chickadee feed its fledgling in my Arkansas yard, a moving example of parental care in backyard wildlife.