Maggots Feeding on a Deer Carcass Near Lake Carl Etling
I filmed maggots feeding on a deer carcass near Lake Carl Etling at Black Mesa State Park in Oklahoma in September 2024.
Lake Carl Etling
Sunrise Wildlife Encounters at Lake Carl Etling
Sunrise at Lake Carl Etling revealed mule deer, hummingbirds, and a Cooper’s Hawk during an early morning wildlife photography session.
Discovering a Hidden Sheepherder Hut at Lake Carl Etling
I discovered a hidden sheepherder hut near Lake Carl Etling (Black Mesa State Park), a quiet reminder of Oklahoma’s past.
Mule Deer Doe Enjoys Prickly Pear Cactus at Black Mesa
A mule deer doe feeds on prickly pear cactus at Lake Carl Etling, showing how wildlife survives in dry environments.
An Evening with a Mule Deer Doe and Her Fawn at Lake Carl Etling
A mule deer doe and her fawn crossed Lake Carl Etling during a calm evening wildlife photography encounter.
Roman-Nosed Mule Deer Doe at Lake Carl Etling
I photographed a Roman-nosed Mule Deer Doe at Lake Carl Etling, revealing quiet morning wildlife behavior at Black Mesa State Park.
Beavers and Birds at Lake Carl Etling, Black Mesa State Park
Labor Day weekend at Black Mesa State Park brought crowds, but I still found quiet wildlife moments near Lake Carl Etling.