Cloudless Sulphur Butterfly on Thistle in the Ouachita National Forest
Cloudless Sulphur butterfly on a thistle in the Ouachita National Forest, with field notes and photo tips for capturing butterflies.
Pollinators
Pipevine Swallowtail on Thistle in the Ouachita National Forest
Pipevine Swallowtail on thistle in Ouachita National Forest, a butterfly with shimmering blue wings and bright orange spots.
Horse Guard Wasp: Nature’s Natural Pest Control in Oklahoma
The Horse Guard Wasp is a beneficial insect in Oklahoma, controlling horse flies and helping both livestock and wildlife like deer.
A Close Look at a Female Ruby-throated Hummingbird
This female Ruby-throated Hummingbird had pollen on her head and beak, a clear sign she’d just visited flowers. See the photos!
Trumpet Vine Sphinx Moth and a Carolina Chickadee
A backyard encounter with a Trumpet Vine Sphinx Moth and Carolina Chickadee showed unexpected wildlife behavior.
Pollinators on Meadow Sage in My Arkansas Yard
Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds gather around my Meadow Sage plants in Arkansas, creating constant pollinator activity.
A Carpenter Bee Pollinator Near Ouachita
I found a carpenter bee pollinator on a wildflower near the Ouachita National Forest and took a closer look at this large insect.
Long-horned Bee: A Remarkable Pollinator
Photographing the Long-horned Bee at Sequoyah Refuge reveals its role as a vital pollinator, its unique behaviors, and the urgent need for conservation efforts.