Dark-eyed Juncos: The Snowbirds Have Returned
Dark-eyed Juncos return to Arkansas, marking the arrival of winter. Learn about their habits, how to attract them, and why they make Arkansas winters complete.
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The Red-breasted Nuthatch Returns to My Arkansas Yard
Red-breasted Nuthatches have returned to my Arkansas yard for the season. Learn about their behavior, migration, and tips for attracting them.
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.
Birds and Water: Why Your Birdbath is Essential (with Tips!)
Learn why birds need fresh water daily and how to create a birdbath haven in your backyard to attract beautiful birds!
A Northern Mockingbird’s Peculiar Suet Behavior
Witness a Northern Mockingbird’s surprising behavior at a suet feeder! Explore theories behind the dunking and learn why some mockingbirds enjoy suet.
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.
White-throated Sparrow Winter Feeding
Learn interesting details about White-throated Sparrow winter feeding habits, adaptations for cold weather survival, flocking behavior and seed preferences.
Farewell to My Tufted Titmouse Family
This post chronicles a wildlife photographer’s experience observing and documenting a pair of Tufted Titmice that nested in a backyard birdhouse.