Eastern Bluebird Second Pair of Chicks Fledge in Early August
Eastern Bluebird second pair of chicks fledged in early August, marking the end of nesting season in my backyard.
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Northern Mockingbirds Drive Away Other Birds Near Feeders
Northern Mockingbirds drive away other birds near my feeders. I relocated them to ease tensions among backyard species.
Eastern Bluebird Nesting Update: Two Pairs Now Feeding Chicks in My Yard
Eastern Bluebird nesting update: Both pairs now feeding chicks in my yard as I capture moments from my ground blind.
Update on Eastern Bluebirds Nesting in My Yard
At the end of June, I shared a post titled Eastern Bluebirds Begin Again After Nest Loss where I described how one pair of Eastern Bluebirds had started a new nesting cycle after losing their earlier brood. I’m happy to report that things seem to be going well this time around. Nesting Progress The female … Read more
Eastern Bluebird Chicks Vanish: Mystery at My Backyard Birdhouse
Eastern Bluebird chicks vanished overnight from my backyard birdhouse. The male’s strange behavior revealed the mystery.
Bluebirds Feeding Young on the First Day of Summer
Bluebirds feeding young mark the start of summer in my Arkansas yard, bringing life and motion to the longest day of the year.
Barred Owls Nesting at Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge
Barred Owls nesting in a dead tree at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma. Captured in April 2025 using an 800mm lens.
Male Eastern Bluebird Behavior: A New Arrival Near the Nest
A new male Eastern Bluebird has appeared near a solo mother but isn’t helping feed her chicks. What’s going on? Read my latest update.
Scruffy Robins and Familiar Patterns Across the Years
A scruffy robin with a brood patch appeared in my yard two years in a row. Here’s what that means and how I photographed her safely.
Carolina Wrens in My Arkansas Yard
Discover the charming Carolina Wrens in my Arkansas yard! Learn about their behavior, habitat, diet, and why they skipped nesting in my birdhouse this summer.
A Day with Bluebirds, Robins, and Feathered Friends
Photographing the Eastern Bluebirds feeding chicks, an American Robin building her nest, a Red-bellied Woodpecker at the feeder, and a Common Grackle.
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.
Exploring Red-Bellied Woodpecker Nesting
Experience the wonder of Red-bellied Woodpeckers nesting, from feeding their young to captivating bird feeder interactions.