A Tailless American Robin at the Birdbath
Photographed a tailless American Robin at my birdbath. Learn about possible causes of feather loss and the bird’s resilience despite an eye injury.
Bird behavior
Early Fall Eastern Bluebird Activity at the Birdhouse
Early fall Eastern Bluebirds are checking out my birdhouse, confirming the benefits of leaving birdhouses up year-round. Learn more about their activity.
Blue Jays Flocking to the Birdbath During Arkansas Drought
Blue Jays flock to my birdbath during an Arkansas drought. Learn about their behavior, camera settings used, and tips for providing water for birds.
The Playful Personality of a Carolina Wren in My Yard
A playful Carolina Wren in my yard gave me a laugh with its quirky pose. Discover the humor and joy these little birds bring to everyday wildlife photography!
The Watchful Northern Mockingbird at My Birdbath
A Northern Mockingbird visits my birdbath, showcasing its bold personality. Learn about its behavior and tips to attract them to your yard.
Why Birds Chase and Fight in the Fall: Survival of the Fittest
Why birds chase and fight more during fall. Learn about food competition, territorial defense, migratory pressures, and how this behavior aids survival.
A Northern Mockingbird at the Birdbath: A Joy to Watch
Discover the joy of watching a Northern Mockingbird bathe in your birdbath, plus tips on why a clean birdbath is essential for helping birds thrive in your yard!
Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds: A Final Visit and an Unusual Observation
Tracking the last Ruby-throated Hummingbird visit in my yard this season, plus an unusual sighting of one with matted feathers.
A Nashville Warbler at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Photographed a Nashville Warbler at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about its appearance, behavior, migration, and more in this birding encounter!
Red-headed Woodpecker’s Clever Grasshopper Cache
Spotted a Red-headed Woodpecker caching a grasshopper on a utility pole near Black Mesa Wildlife Preserve. Learn about their clever food storage strategies!
The Fascinating World of Mourning Dove Fledglings
Discover the hidden world of Mourning Dove fledglings: rapid growth, devoted parental care, and remarkable adaptability in this backyard bird species.
Unexpected Visitor: An Immature Mockingbird’s Antics
Discover the quirky antics of an immature Northern Mockingbird in a backyard, from unconventional drinking habits to peculiar hunting behavior.
A Morning with the Baby Eastern Bluebird
Witness the heartwarming debut of a baby Eastern Bluebird in an Arkansas backyard. See photos and follow the journey of this third brood’s sole hatchling.
A Feathered Honor: My Photo in Ed Drewitt’s Book!
My photo featured in Ed Drewitt’s book, “Bird Pellets: A Complete Photographic Guide,”. Learn about this fascinating aspect of bird biology.
Eastern Bluebird Chicks and Their Diligent Parents
Updates on Eastern Bluebird chicks in my yard: third brood hatched, parents bringing larger prey, and photos of their diligent care. Read more and see the pics!