Yellowjacket Nest Building: A Close Encounter on My Deck
Yellowjacket nest building up close on my deck rail, plus the simple photo setup I used to freeze the moment in sharp detail.
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A Bee and an American Lotus
I photographed a bee collecting nectar from an American lotus flower at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Red-headed Woodpecker Food Storage Behavior
Encounter a Red-headed Woodpecker at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma and learn about its fascinating food storage behavior.
Remarkable Life Span of Cicadas in Arkansas
Discover the fascinating life cycle of cicadas in Arkansas, from years underground to their buzzing summer songs in the treetops.
The Mystery of the White Egg Sac
Fluffy white spider egg sac found on Johnson grass at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. A unique sight for nature lovers and curious minds.
Rare Encounter with the Luna Moth Caterpillar
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek describes his exciting discovery of a Luna Moth caterpillar while on an expedition in the Ouachita National Forest.
Praying Mantis Egg Case
Learn about Praying Mantis egg cases (oothecae), their role in nature, and why these tiny structures are essential to ecosystems.