Windy Day Brings New Bird Discoveries at Black Mesa
A windy day at Black Mesa brings new bird discoveries, including Cassin’s Kingbird and Sparrow, Swainson’s Hawk, and a feisty Blue-winged Teal.
Birdwatching
Red-headed Woodpecker’s Clever Grasshopper Cache
Spotted a Red-headed Woodpecker caching a grasshopper on a utility pole near Black Mesa Wildlife Preserve. Learn about their clever food storage strategies!
Birds of Day 2 at Black Mesa State Park
New bird sightings at Black Mesa: Scaled Quail, Canyon Towhee, Lark Buntings, and the challenging but rewarding Common Nighthawk in flight.
A Late-Summer Adventure at Black Mesa State Park
Exploring Black Mesa State Park in late summer, discovering its unique geology, rich wildlife, and historical wonders, starting with a Black-tailed Prairie Dog.
A Curious Encounter with a Downy Woodpecker: A Surprise Behavior
Unexpectedly, a Downy Woodpecker in my Arkansas yard appeared to cache a seed, a rare behavior for the species. Discover possible reasons behind this unusual act.
An Immature Female Summer Tanager in My Arkansas Yard
Spotting an immature female Summer Tanager in my Arkansas yard was a delight. Discover their appearance, behavior, and migration in this quick guide.
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.
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 Day with Bluebirds, Robins, and Turtles
Join me in my backyard as I observe Eastern Bluebirds tending to their chicks, American Robins building nests, and unexpected turtle visitors.
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.
Dickcissel Nesting Habits at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Discover the fascinating nesting behavior of female dickcissels in Oklahoma. Learn about a recent sighting at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
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.
Encountering Lark Sparrows at the Wichita Mountains
This post explores the Lark Sparrow, a common sight at the Wichita Mountains. Learn about their songs, courtship displays, and why they prefer open grasslands.
Encountering Turkeys at the Wichita Mountains
This post highlights the Rio Grande Turkey’s abundance at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and offers tips for finding these birds in the refuge.