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Double-crested Cormorant Tossing a Shad

February 2, 2026February 7, 2020 by Steve Creek

Double-crested Cormorant flips a shad into position before swallowing at Kerr Reservoir. See the action and learn how I got the shot!

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Great Blue Heron With a Fresh Catch

February 2, 2026February 5, 2020 by Steve Creek

Great Blue Heron’s Fresh Catch at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

Great Blue Heron with a fresh catch at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Post-hunting season means better photo opportunities.

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A Double-crested Cormorant With A Shad at Kerr Dam

December 15, 2025January 28, 2020 by Steve Creek

Double-crested Cormorant Swallowing Shad

I photographed this Double-crested Cormorant swallowing a shad at Robert S. Kerr Reservoir (Kerr Dam) near Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

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Great Blue Heron With Neck Extended

November 10, 2024July 9, 2019 by Steve Creek

Focused Predator: Great Blue Heron Scans the Waters

Great Blue Heron hunting at Miner’s Cove, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Observing its patient prey scan amidst cottonwood fluff.

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A Close Encounter with a Northern Cardinal Fledgling

October 20, 2024June 12, 2019 by Steve Creek

Young Northern Cardinal Fledgling Resting at the Birdbath

Encountered a Northern Cardinal fledgling on a summer morning in 2017. Learn about fledgling behavior, camera settings, and tips for backyard birding.

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Chipping Sparrow Fledgling Spotted on the Fence

July 25, 2025August 15, 2009 by Steve Creek

Chipping Sparrow fledgling with open beak perched on a barbed wire fence against a blurred green background

Chipping Sparrow fledgling spotted on a fence in Arkansas backyard, read about this birding moment and tips for helping fledglings safely.