Leucistic Striped Skunk: An Unusual Wildlife Encounter in Arkansas
I photographed a leucistic striped skunk near Ouachita National Forest. This pale skunk shows partial pigment loss.
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Orange Mock Oyster Mushroom in the Ouachita Forest
Learn about the vibrant Orange Mock Oyster Mushroom in Arkansas’s Ouachita Forest, its features, habitat, and unique traits.
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.
Green Anoles in October In Arkansas
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek writes about encountering Green Anoles while photographing in the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas in late October.
Encounter with the Hickory Horned Devil
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek describes his exciting encounter with a Hickory Horned Devil caterpillar while hiking in the Ouachita National Forest.
An American Crow at the Forest’s Edge
A wildlife photography blog post featuring a closeup image of an American Crow in molt, photographed in the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas.
Wild Turkey Hens and Their Eating Habits
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek documents the feeding habits and behaviors of wild turkey hens in the Ouachita National Forest area of Arkansas.
Sculptured Pine Borer Beetle on Utility Pole
A wildlife photographer describes encountering and photographing a Sculptured Pine Borer Beetle while hiking in the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas.
Chipmunk Quest in Arkansas
Follow my journey to the Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center, where I captured a delightful encounter of a chipmunk perched on a rock.
The Vibrant Dewlap of Green Anoles
I had the pleasure of photographing a Green Anole displaying its vibrant dewlap. This sighting was on my property near the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas.
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.
Tarantulas in Arkansas: A Close Encounter Near My Cabin
The fascinating world of Arkansas tarantulas, their habitat, hunting habits, and behavior, as I share my recent encounter near the Ouachita National Forest.
Catalpa Sphinx Caterpillar: Near the Ouachita National Forest
Discover the fascinating life cycle of the Catalpa Sphinx Caterpillar, from leaf-eating larvae to moth, and its role in Arkansas’ ecosystem.
White-tailed Doe’s Curiosity: A Glimpse into Nature’s Intricacies
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek describes observing a curious white-tailed doe watching birds in the trees as she led her twin fawns through the Forest.
Twin Fawns Near Ouachita National Forest
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek describes encountering and photographing twin white-tailed deer fawns near the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas.