Western Ratsnake Moving Through Pine Needles
Photographing a Western Ratsnake near Arkansas’ Ouachita National Forest. Learn about its behavior, diet, and unique winter dens shared with Copperheads.
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Prairie Lizard Peeking on the Deck at My Arkansas Cabin
Photographed a Prairie Lizard on my deck near the Ouachita National Forest, Arkansas. Camera settings, lizard behavior, and photography tips included.
A Bird’s-Eye View of the Prairie Lizard
Learn about Prairie Lizards, their behaviors, habitat, and how to photograph them with tips from a wildlife photographer in Arkansas.
Prairie Lizard And Spider
I photographed a Prairie Lizard with a spider on its back near Ouachita National Forest. Here’s what I learned about this behavior.
Eastern Tent Caterpillars: Forest Life in Action
Discover the role of Eastern Tent Caterpillars in Arkansas forests. Learn how they shape ecosystems and why they matter.
Discover Arkansas’ Hidden Ephemeral Waterfalls
Discover Arkansas’ hidden ephemeral waterfalls after heavy rains. Explore serene trails, stunning cascades, and nature’s fleeting beauty!
March Winds Arkansas: Uprooted Oaks in Ouachita National Forest
Fierce March winds hit Arkansas’ Ouachita National Forest, toppling oak trees in soaked soil and showcasing nature’s raw power.
Burl Or Gall On A Tree Trunk?
Learn the difference between a burl and a gall on a tree trunk, how they form, and their role in nature’s resilience.
The Mystery of Tree Trunk Holes
Discover the causes of tree holes in the Ouachita National Forest—natural decay, animal activity, fire damage, and human intervention.