Pied-billed Grebe Stretching? A Puzzling Pose at Miner’s Cove
I spotted this Pied-billed Grebe doing something odd at Sequoyah NWR. A look at grebe behavior and what that strange pose might mean.
Bird behavior
Observing American Coots: A Photographer’s Perspective
I explore the feeding behavior of American Coots at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and compare their habits to other regions.
The Suet-Loving Songbird: Pine Warblers in Arkansas
Pine Warbler, a suet-loving songbird thriving in Arkansas’ pine forests. Learn about their habitat, diet, and remarkable breeding habits.
How a Tufted Titmouse Cracks Sunflower Seeds
Watch how a Tufted Titmouse cracks sunflower seeds using its feet and beak, and learn why these seeds matter in winter.
Territorial Mockingbirds In My Yard This Winter
Territorial Northern Mockingbirds defend winter food sources, leading to conflicts with Eastern Bluebirds in my Arkansas yard.
Dealing with Territorial Bluebirds in the Winter
Eastern Bluebirds pecking truck mirrors in winter. I explain why reflections trigger territorial behavior and how covering mirrors helps.
The Surprising Meaning Behind a Killdeer’s Tail Flagging Display
Why killdeer raise and flash their tails, including predator distraction, territorial signals, and social behavior.
Dark-eyed Junco With Snowball
I watched a Dark-eyed Junco fuss with a tiny snowball in my backyard, a playful winter moment that felt like a small bit of magic.