A Clever Encounter With an Immature Northern Mockingbird
Immature Northern Mockingbird finds a clever way to drink water in my yard, a surprising and delightful backyard birding moment.
Bird 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!
A Rainy Day Delight: Backyard Bird Photography in Arkansas
Explore backyard bird photography on a rainy day in Arkansas, capturing Downy Woodpeckers, molting Cardinals, and rare Red-headed Woodpeckers.
American Robin Regurgitation: Why Robins Throw Up Seeds
Witnessed an American Robin throwing up seeds? Don’t be alarmed! Learn about this fascinating adaptation and how robins efficiently process fruit.
Blue Jay Sunbathing in My Yard: A Fascinating Behavior
Many bird species, like Blue Jays, sunbathe to maintain their feathers, eliminate parasites, and regulate body temperature.
Bluebirds vs. Robber Flies: Backyard Birds Break the Rules?
Eastern Bluebirds, with their keen eyesight and agile flight, are adept hunters capable of catching and eating Robber Flies.