A Late-Summer Adventure at Black Mesa State Park

Black-tailed Prairie Dog Near Black Mesa State Park in Oklahoma

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

A Downy Woodpecker With Seed From Suet Feeder

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

Immature Female Summer Tanager

Spotting an immature female Summer Tanager in my Arkansas yard was a delight. Discover their appearance, behavior, and migration in this quick guide.

A Clever Encounter With an Immature Northern Mockingbird

Immature Northern Mockingbird holding an insect in its beak while standing on the ground in a grassy backyard.

Immature Northern Mockingbird finds a clever way to drink water in my yard, a surprising and delightful backyard birding moment.

A Morning with the Baby Eastern Bluebird

Eastern Bluebird Feeding Grub Worm To Its Young

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

Male Eastern Bluebird With Large Spider in His Beak

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

A Young Downy Woodpecker Upside Down On A Wet Vine

Explore backyard bird photography on a rainy day in Arkansas, capturing Downy Woodpeckers, molting Cardinals, and rare Red-headed Woodpeckers.