Tufted Titmouse Fledgling: A Feasting Frenzy at the Feeder
Adorable photos and fascinating facts about Tufted Titmouse fledglings! Learn about their growth, behavior, and how to attract them to your feeders.
Bird behavior
Blue Jay Fledglings Are Thriving Too
Witnessing the growth of baby Blue Jays! Learn how these clever chicks transition to independent life, including finding water sources on their own.
Downy Woodpecker Fledglings Finally Arrive!
Photographer captures photos of adorable Downy Woodpecker fledglings visiting a suet feeder, with details on their distinct appearance and behaviors.
A Caring Cardinal Couple
Witness a tender backyard moment as a male Northern Cardinal feeds his mate, revealing the reasons behind this nurturing courtship ritual.
Encounter with a Blue Jay Fledgling
I share an encounter with a Blue Jay fledgling in my yard, offering insights into their development and the joy of observing these young birds.
Pied-billed Grebe Stretching?
Ever wondered what a Pied-billed Grebe is doing when it contorts itself in the water? Explore a photo mystery from Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Observing American Coots: A Photographer’s Perspective
Explore the fascinating world of American Coots! This blog post dives into the potential variations in their behavior across different geographical locations.
The Suet-Loving Songbird: Pine Warblers in Arkansas
Discover the unique Pine Warbler, a suet-loving songbird thriving in Arkansas’ pine forests. Learn about their habitat, diet, and remarkable breeding habits.
Watching a Tufted Titmouse Crack Open Sunflower Seeds
See how Tufted Titmice use their beaks and feet to efficiently crack open sunflower seeds step-by-step. Learn why sunflower seeds are an essential food source.
Territorial Mockingbirds In My Yard This Winter
An encounter between territorial Northern Mockingbirds and Eastern Bluebirds on a winter day, and facts about Mockingbird behavior and adaptation to winter.
Dealing with Territorial Bluebirds in the Winter
Dealing with territorial bluebirds pecking mirrors all winter. Discusses reasons for behavior and balancing fascination with ensuring birds’ well-being.
The Surprising Meaning Behind a Killdeer’s Tail Flagging Display
Learn about the reasons why Killdeer perform tail flagging behaviors like territorial marking, predator diversion, and social signaling.
The Junco with the Snowball
A whimsical blog post about witnessing a Dark-eyed Junco making a snowball, sparking imaginative stories about the plucky bird seeking snowball revenge.
Great Blue Heron’s One-Legged Stance
A blog post exploring why birds like herons often stand on one leg, including conserving heat, resting one leg, and camouflage.
The Catch-and-Release Cormorant Mystery
Witnessing Double-crested Cormorants catching fish only to release them back into the water. Here I explore possible explanations behind this puzzling behavior.