Photographing A Banded Garden Spider Near the Trail
A wildlife photographer’s blog post about encountering and photographing a banded garden spider while hiking at Ben Geren Park in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
fort smith
Meadowlark with a Tasty Treat
I spotted this Eastern Meadowlark on the other side of a chain link fence. I decided to photograph this bird through the fence, since it had a meal in its beak.
Spittlebugs: The Mysterious Bubble Makers
I was at Sunnymede Park in Fort Smith, Arkansas when I spotted tiny bubbles on a plant growing near the trail. I knew these bubbles were made by a Spittlebug.
The Clay-colored Sparrow Here In Arkansas
I spotted what I thought was the Clay-colored Sparrow in a pine tree next to the trail. After getting photos of this bird and arriving back home, I confirmed…
The Puzzling Colors of a Red-winged Blackbird
Explore the surprising sight of a Red-winged Blackbird with unusual plumage and discover nature’s unique quirks in this engaging story.
A Scissor-tailed Flycatcher and Its Cricket Feast
One of the Scissor-tailed Flycatchers I encountered was feasting on a juicy cricket, presenting a remarkable opportunity for me to get photos of the bird…
Opossums Mating in Sunnymede Park
As I strolled down the path, I encountered an unusual sight – a pair of Opossums mating right beside the trail! The moment was rare and exciting, and I…