Red-shouldered Hawk Snatches Fish from Lake
A description of witnessing and photographing the rare occurrence of a Red-shouldered Hawk catching a fish directly from a lake in Charleston, Arkansas.
Wildlife Photography
The Surprising Meaning Behind a Killdeer’s Tail Flagging Display
Learn about the reasons why Killdeer perform tail flagging behaviors like territorial marking, predator diversion, and social signaling.
The Junco with the Snowball
A whimsical blog post about witnessing a Dark-eyed Junco making a snowball, sparking imaginative stories about the plucky bird seeking snowball revenge.
Close-up Photos of a Great Blue Heron
Sharing close-up photos of a Great Blue Heron standing on a fishing pier in the early morning, discussing why herons are attracted to piers at that time of day.
Celebrating National Bird Day 2024
A wildlife photographer reflects on the significance of National Bird Day – appreciating the awe-inspiring world of birds and the importance of conservation.
New Year in the Wild
A wildlife photographer reflects on photographing the untamed natural beauty of Western Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma.
More Bald Eagle Moments at Charleston Lake, Arkansas
A first-hand account of photographing Bald Eagles at Charleston Lake in Arkansas, including tips on using a truck as a photo blind.
Cormorant Fishing Techniques
My experience photographing Double-crested Cormorants diving and catching fish at Charleston Lake in Arkansas. Includes information about Cormorants.
A Wildlife Photographer’s Christmas in Arkansas
Join Arkansas wildlife photographer, Steve Creek on a Christmas Day photo adventure in search of local wildlife and natural beauty.
Unique Fishing Tactics of American White Pelicans
A blog post describing how American White Pelicans catch fish differently below Kerr Dam in Oklahoma compared to a small lake.
White-crowned Sparrow in the Morning Light
A wildlife photographer shares how he takes pictures of White-crowned Sparrows and other small birds by waiting patiently at his favorite wildlife refuge.
Telling Western and Eastern Meadowlarks Apart
Delve into the subtle yet distinctive differences between the Western and Eastern Meadowlarks, exploring their unique songs and visual characteristics.
Nap-Loving Wilson’s Snipe
Close-up photo of a Wilson’s Snipe trying to sleep with its beak tucked in its feathers near a road where cars occasionally drive by.
Frosty Morning With A Whitetail Doe
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek recounts an early frosty morning encounter with a Whitetail Doe at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Snow Geese Flocking to Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Come witness the incredible sight of thousands of snow geese flocking to Oklahoma’s Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge this winter.