Tufted Titmouse’s Triumph Over House Sparrows
Discover the gripping tale of the Tufted Titmouse’s struggle against House Sparrow intrusion in their nesting territory.
Bird behavior
Bluebirds and Tufted Titmice Grace My Birdhouse
Witness the captivating nesting habits of Eastern Bluebirds and Tufted Titmice in my backyard birdhouse.
Exploring Red-Bellied Woodpecker Nesting
Experience the wonder of Red-bellied Woodpeckers nesting, from feeding their young to captivating bird feeder interactions.
Witnessing a Bald Eagle Drying Off
Encounter a Bald Eagle drying its wings at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma. Learn why Bald Eagles spread their wings to dry.
Great Blue Heron Catches Two Crayfish
Great Blue Heron drops two crayfish after catching them at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Unique behavior captured from a pickup window.
The Great Blue Heron’s Morning Routine
Learn why Great Blue Herons avoid defecating in water and how this behavior supports their survival. Observations and photography from Charleston Lake, Arkansas
An Unusually Large Pellet Regurgitation by a Green Heron
Photographed a Green Heron regurgitating a large pellet at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about this unique behavior and its significance.
A Blue Jay Soaking Up the Rays
A wildlife photographer blogs about witnessing a Blue Jay sunbathing in their yard and explains why birds engage in this behavior.
The Curious Case of the Grackle’s Sumac Rubdown
A first-hand account of witnessing Common Grackles anting with sumac berries at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Barred Owl Hunting In A Roadside Ditch
Discover the Barred Owl’s diverse diet, including crayfish, and learn how their meals can even change feather color. Tips for spotting owls at wildlife refuges.
Great Blue Heron Taking Fish To Shore
These photos show a Great Blue Heron hauling a large fish to shore—a moment that stood out for the size of the fish and the heron’s persistence in managing its prey. The fish appears to be a Freshwater Drum, identified by its distinctive rounded shape and fin structure. This species is a common target for … Read more
American Robin With Beak In Gopher Mound
Robin sticks full beak in gopher mound seeking insects while photographer sets up to capture bluebirds.
Finding a Wild Turkey Nest in the Ouachita National Forest
Discover the hidden world of wild turkey nesting in Arkansas. A chance encounter with a hen on her nest highlights the importance of respecting wildlife spaces.
A Double-crested Cormorant With A Shad at Kerr Dam
The split-second moment a Double-crested Cormorant swallows a shad at Robert S. Kerr Reservoir. Patience and timing are key to photographing this fast action.
Great Blue Heron With Neck Extended
Great Blue Heron hunting at Miner’s Cove, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Observing its patient prey scan amidst cottonwood fluff.