Spike Bull Elk Nuzzling Cow Elk in Boxley Valley
I photographed a spike bull elk nuzzling a cow elk in Boxley Valley. Read my Wildlife and Photography Notes about this calm fall encounter.
Wildlife behavior
Oak Leafroller Caterpillar Hanging by a Silk Thread
Oak Leafroller caterpillar hanging by a silk thread at Sequoyah NWR in Oklahoma. Learn about its behavior and how I photographed it.
Summer Heat Wildlife Photography
Learn my proven techniques for summer heat wildlife photography. Get sharp images in high temps with early timing and smart settings.
Crayfish Defensive Pose at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Crayfish raises claws in a defensive pose at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. A bold roadside encounter.
Wild Tricksters: Nature’s April Fools in Arkansas
Discover how Arkansas wildlife pull off nature’s practical jokes with behaviors that seem like perfect April Fool’s Day pranks.
Blue Jay vs. Squirrel | An Acorn Heist?
Blue Jay caught digging up and relocating acorns in my yard. Was it stealing from Fox Squirrels? Explore this intriguing interspecies acorn rivalry.
Fox Squirrels Chewing on Deer Antlers
Watch Fox Squirrels chewing on antlers and uncover the nutritional advantages of this peculiar habit for their health.
Mule Deer Doe Enjoys Prickly Pear Cactus at Black Mesa
I observed a Mule Deer Doe eating prickly pear cactus near Lake Carl Etling. Learn how these cacti become a valuable food source for mule deer in arid environments.