Turtles in My Arkansas Yard
I share my sightings of turtles in my Arkansas yard, including a Box Turtle and a Red-eared Slider that laid eggs.
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Day 3: Exploring the Roads Less Traveled at Black Mesa State Park
Exploring the scenic roads near Black Mesa State Park, I photographed a White-tailed Doe and her Fawn, a box turtle, and a vibrant Colorado Soldier Beetle.
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.
Signs of Spring at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Warm weather brings out Scissor-tailed Flycatchers, Box Turtles, water snakes & a buzz of insects at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge!
Happy National Reptile Awareness Day!
Wildlife photographer blog post celebrating National Reptile Awareness Day with a photo of a box turtle from the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Three-toed Box Turtle
I was lucky enough to photograph this Three-toed Box Turtle crossing the road at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Box Turtle Crossing Parking Area
This Box Turtle came out of Goss Slough into the asphalt parking area located at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma. I placed my bean bag on the ground and used it to support my camera and lens to get this photo. Gear Used: Camera: Fujifilm X-T3 Lens: Canon EF 100-400 mm f/4.5-5.6 L … Read more
A Box Turtle Hurrying Across A Road
I have never seen a turtle move like that before! It was stretched out, like it was trying to cross a finish line. I quickly jumped out of my pickup…
Box Turtle With Dried Earthworm
I spotted this Box Turtle with a dried Earthworm crossing an asphalt road here in Arkansas. I see Earthworms on the roads early in the mornings and when the sun rises some Earthworms don’t survive. This Turtle must have picked this one up as it was crossing the road. How I Got The Shot – … Read more
Early Spring Box Turtle
The Three-toed Box Turtle is a seasonal migrator and is commonly found in forested areas during early spring, summer, and late fall in Arkansas and Oklahoma.
Colorful Three-toed Box Turtle
I had the incredible opportunity to witness a remarkable sight—a vibrant Three-toed Box Turtle gracefully crossing the asphalt section of the tour road.