Broad-winged Hawk at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I photographed a Broad-winged Hawk at Sequoyah Refuge in Oklahoma. Read my brief field and photo notes from this wildlife encounter.
Bird of prey
Barred Owl Near the Reeds at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I photographed a Barred Owl perched in lush reeds at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and share how I captured this quiet moment.
An Intense Bald Eagle Fight over a Dead Raccoon
Two Bald Eagles fight over a dead raccoon at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, until Turkey Vultures showed up and changed everything.
American Black Vulture Portrait
The American Black Vulture’s vital role in nature, its unique features, and its behavior through an up-close encounter in Oklahoma.
Red-tailed Hawk Standing In Grass
A Red-tailed Hawk stood in roadside grass near Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge while feeding, giving me a brief chance to photograph it.
An American Kestrel With Wings Spread
I photographed an American Kestrel at dawn in Oklahoma with its wings spread while grooming at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Juvenile Turkey Vulture
Learn about the unique traits and behaviors of juvenile Turkey Vultures, including their appearance, reliance on smell, ability to find carrion, and more.
An American Kestrel at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I photographed an American Kestrel at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, sharing habitat, hunting behavior, and how I captured the shot.