Thanksgiving and the Rio Grande Turkey
Celebrate Thanksgiving with the Rio Grande turkey. Learn about their habitat, behavior, and role in conservation. A tribute to nature’s resilience.
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Bald Eagles at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Photographing Bald Eagles at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge as they react to waterfowl hunting gunshots across the Arkansas River at sunrise.
A Day Without Keepers at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
A wildlife photography trip to Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge yielded no keepers, but the pursuit and lessons on light, timing, and patience were worthwhile.
Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge: October Wildlife Encounters
Wildlife highlights from a recent trip to Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, including a coyote sighting, White-tailed Deer, and an unexpected Barn Swallow.
Birds of Day 2 at Black Mesa State Park
New bird sightings at Black Mesa: Scaled Quail, Canyon Towhee, Lark Buntings, and the challenging but rewarding Common Nighthawk in flight.
Day 2: Wildlife Photography at Black Mesa State Park
Day 2 at Black Mesa: Spotted deer, a rabbit, and turkeys during a hike at the Nature Preserve. Rain and storms cut the day short but brought great photo ops!
Young Bald Eagles Perched Together
Encounter two young Bald Eagles perched close at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Explore possible reasons for their behavior
Discovering Dewdrop Spiders: A Case of Mistaken Identity
Photographer Steve discovers a Garden Spider and, mistaking kleptoparasitic Dewdrop Spiders for her babies, gains fascinating insights into spider ecology.
A Young Coyote’s Daily Adventures In Oklahoma
A wildlife photographer describes a close encounter with a young coyote at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge and shares photos taken that morning.
Young Black Vulture at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I had the pleasure of witnessing a young Black Vulture peering out from its abode, capturing a photograph that will forever hold a special place in my heart.
Barred Owl and its Crawdad Catch
I have had the incredible opportunity to witness and document the captivating behavior of a Barred Owl at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Capturing the Beauty of a Red-Headed Woodpecker
Discover the captivating beauty of the Red-Headed Woodpecker at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma through my photographs and unique insights.
A Road-Crossing Crawdad
Wildlife photographer captures road-crossing Crayfish and ensures its safety at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Barred Owls: Thriving at Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge
I want to share with you the story of the thriving Barred Owl population at this refuge, as well as some photos that showcase their beauty in various lights.
Another Water Moccasin Embraced by Duckweed
In this wildlife photography blog post, I share the captivating story of encountering a Water Moccasin covered in Duckweed for the second time.