Pocket Gopher New Year Surprise Arkansas
My first wildlife photo of 2026 was a Pocket Gopher in my Arkansas yard. Read about this unexpected New Year’s Day encounter.
Backyard wildlife
Fox Squirrels Gathering Acorns During a Mast Year in Arkansas
Fox squirrels in Arkansas are busy gathering acorns during this mast year, storing food and helping oak trees spread.
Ruby-throated Hummingbird Fights and Fierce Territorial Battles
Ruby-throated Hummingbird fights show fierce territorial battles. Learn why these tiny birds defend nectar with surprising force.
Eastern Cottontail Rabbit Raids My Bird Feeder Again
Eastern Cottontail rabbit in Arkansas raids my bird feeder daily, showing surprising persistence, curiosity, and adaptability.
Eastern Bluebird Second Pair of Chicks Fledge in Early August
Eastern Bluebird second pair of chicks fledged in early August, marking the end of nesting season in my backyard.
Northern Cardinal Parenting and Aggression in My Yard
Northern Cardinal feeding juvenile after rain in Arkansas, followed by a sudden act of aggression from a female adult.
A Cottontail Rabbit Raids My Bird Feeder for the First Time
A bold Cottontail Rabbit climbed into my bird feeder for the first time and ate birdseed, offering a fun surprise in my Arkansas yard.
Red-eared Slider Returns to My Yard for Third Year Running
Red-eared Slider returns to my Arkansas yard for third year. Same turtle laying eggs or different visitor? June timing reveals pattern.