The Suet-Loving Songbird: Pine Warblers in Arkansas
Pine Warbler, a suet-loving songbird thriving in Arkansas’ pine forests. Learn about their habitat, diet, and remarkable breeding habits.
Birdwatching
Dealing with Territorial Bluebirds in the Winter
Eastern Bluebirds pecking truck mirrors in winter. I explain why reflections trigger territorial behavior and how covering mirrors helps.
Photographing Birds in My Yard After Arkansas Snowfall
The birds photographed in my yard after a snowfall in Arkansas, including woodpeckers, chickadees, titmouse, and nuthatches.
Dark-eyed Junco With Snowball
I watched a Dark-eyed Junco fuss with a tiny snowball in my backyard, a playful winter moment that felt like a small bit of magic.
Bald Eagle Tree Dispute at Charleston City Lake
A firsthand look at two Bald Eagles disputing a perch tree at Charleston City Lake, with notes on territorial behavior and vocalizations.
Northern Harrier Near Kerr Dam
Photographing a female Northern Harrier while walking along the Arkansas River below the Robert S. Kerr Lock and Dam in Oklahoma.
White-crowned Sparrow in the Morning Light
White-crowned Sparrow in the morning light at Sequoyah NWR as I describe its winter habitat and how I photographed it in a thicket.
Western and Eastern Meadowlark Differences Explained
Learn the real differences between Western and Eastern Meadowlarks, including song, markings, range, and identification tips.