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.
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Great Egret Struggles to Swallow Huge Fish
Great egret at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge gets a taste of defeat after attempting to swallow a fish too large. Discover what these birds typically eat.
Fledgling House Finch Begging to be Fed
A delightful backyard birding tale of a persistent fledgling House Finch begging to be fed by its attentive parent, showcasing natural avian parenting behavior.
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.
White-crowned Sparrows in Arkansas: Facts, Photos & Fun Facts!
Learn about White-crowned Sparrows visiting feeders in Arkansas! See photos, discover surprising facts about their migration, songs, and loyalty.
Stunning Rose-breasted Grosbeak Visits My Feeder!
A surprise visit from a Rose-breasted Grosbeak led to amazing photos and a chance to learn about this beautiful Arkansas spring migrant!
A Cardinal Couple Visits the Feeder
Observe the lively Northern Cardinals that make their home in Arkansas, from their nesting habits to their status as a state symbol.
Great Blue Heron Poised For Take-off
Catch a glimpse of a majestic Great Blue Heron about to take flight at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
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.
Inca Doves Visit My Yard in Arkansas
A surprising visit from four Inca Doves in my yard in Arkansas, with facts about their range, habitat, appearance, behavior, and conservation status.
Identifying a Mysterious Hawk – Red-tailed or Krider’s?
Join me in unraveling the identity of a mysterious hawk photographed at an Oklahoma wildlife refuge – is it a Red-tailed, Krider’s or hybrid?
Female Northern Cardinal Standing On A Frosty Post
A blog post describing how I photographed a female Northern Cardinal standing on a frosty post and discussing techniques for minimizing busy backgrounds.
Photographing Birds in My Backyard After an Arkansas Snowfall – Part 2
Part two of a photo blog series capturing images of birds visiting a backyard bird feeder in Arkansas after a snowfall.
Photographing Birds in My Yard After Arkansas Snowfall
A blog post describing the birds photographed in my yard after a snowfall in Arkansas, including woodpeckers, chickadees, titmouse, and nuthatches.