An Encounter with Young Gray Squirrels in the Ouachita Forest
A wildlife photographer encounters and photographs two young eastern gray squirrels peeking out from a tree hole while hiking in the Ouachita National Forest.
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Encounter with a Four-toed Salamander on an Arkansas Country Road
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek describes encountering a Four-toed Salamander while walking near the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas.
Ants Making Donuts With Sprinkles
I came upon an intriguing sight – ants constructing a unique tower-like mound that resembled a donut with sprinkles when viewed from above. The intricate…
Green Anole Climbing On Leaves
Green Anoles, also known as American chameleons, are fascinating lizards that are known for their climbing abilities. They are native to the southeastern United States and can often be found in gardens and parks, where they can be seen scurrying up trees and bushes in pursuit of their next meal. Here is another Green Anole … Read more
Spider On A Web
I came across this Spider on a web near my place here in Arkansas. I don’t know what type of spider this is?
A Robber Fly With A Grasshopper
A first-hand account and photos of witnessing and photographing a robber fly hunting and feeding on a grasshopper.
Rediscovering the Red-bellied Snake in Arkansas
A first-hand account of encountering the elusive red-bellied snake while hiking in Arkansas’ Ouachita National Forest
Carolina Wolf Spider Sighting in Arkansas
Photographing and identifying a Carolina Wolf Spider while walking in Arkansas, including details about the spider’s appearance, behavior and habitat.
Whitetail Fawn Near My Property
Summertime is a magical season for many reasons, but one of the most special moments for me is observing the growth of fawns on my property.
The Ebony Jewelwing Damselfly in Arkansas
Join a wildlife photographer’s journey capturing the Ebony Jewelwing Damselfly near sparkling streams close to the Ouachita National Forest here in Arkansas.
Western Pygmy Rattlesnakes in Arkansas
Discover everything you need to know about Western Pygmy Rattlesnakes in Arkansas, including their habitat, behavior, and safety tips.
Two Mushrooms In The Ouachita National Forest
During my recent hike in the Ouachita National Forest in Arkansas after a rain, I came across these two mushrooms that caught my attention.
Potters Wasp Nest Here In Arkansas
This Potter Wasp Nest was on a pine sapling in my yard here in Arkansas. This is the second one of these I have found. The first one was on a rock I found…
Prairie Lizard on a Shed Antler
Prairie Lizard on Antler in Arkansas, highlighting a unique backyard wildlife encounter and nature photography moment.
