Harvestmen and the Honey Bee Mystery in My Garden
A Harvestman eating a honey bee in my garden sparked curiosity. Discover how these scavengers feed and why the bee was likely dead before becoming its meal.
Insect Behavior
Carolina Grasshopper Laying Eggs Underground
Discover the fascinating reproductive process of the Carolina grasshopper, from egg-laying to hatching, witnessed firsthand in the Ouachita National Forest.
The Steel-blue Cricket-hunter Wasp With A Cricket
Discover the fascinating Steel-blue Cricket-hunter Wasp in Arkansas, a stunning predator with a vital role in pollination and natural pest control.
The Mystery of the Mayfly Mound: A Fascinating Natural Phenomenon
Discover the fascinating reasons behind massive mayfly die-offs and their ecological significance in this exploration of a curious natural phenomenon.
The Fascinating World of Cicada Mating
Explore the intricate world of cicada mating, from their deafening songs to brief adult lives. Discover nature’s symphony happening in your own backyard.
Encounter with an Eastern Cicada Killer Wasp
Discover the fascinating world of the Cicada Killer Wasp, its unique behaviors, and how to appreciate this remarkable yet misunderstood insect in your yard.
A Velvet Ant Encounter in Arkansas
Discover velvet ants in an Arkansas garden. Learn about these fascinating wasps and their unique traits observed during a cloudy morning photography session.
Fungus Gnat Parade! The Science Behind the Wriggling Mass
Ever seen a mass of larvae slithering across the ground? It’s fungus gnats on the move! Discover the science behind this fascinating behavior.
Carpenter Bees Near the Ouachita National Forest
Explore the captivating world of Carpenter Bees in Arkansas as a wildlife photographer shares his encounter with these black and yellow striped insects.
A Robber Fly With A Grasshopper
A first-hand account and photos of witnessing and photographing a robber fly hunting and feeding on a grasshopper.
Walking Stick Insect On My Deck Near The Ouachita National Forest
Walking Stick Insects are common on my deck each fall in Arkansas. Discover their unique traits, behavior, and the surprising mystery of their seed-like eggs!
Male Widow Skimmer Dragonfly
Explore the fascinating behavior of the territorial male widow skimmer dragonfly, photographed in Arkansas near the Ouachita National Forest.