Encountering a Porcupine at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

A Porcupine Moving Through The Grass

I spotted a porcupine crossing the road at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A rare and memorable wildlife encounter in Oklahoma.

Encountering Lark Sparrows at the Wichita Mountains

Lark Sparrow perched on a small branch with a grasshopper in its bill at Wichita Mountains

Lark Sparrows at the Wichita Mountains made a great subject, especially one posing with a grasshopper in its bill.

Encountering Turkeys at the Wichita Mountains

Rio Grande turkey hen with poults crossing a road at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

Photographing Rio Grande turkeys at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, including a hen with poults and tips for spotting them.

Red-winged Blackbird: The Showoff of the Wetlands

Red-winged Blackbird In Its Calling Pose

Discover the male Red-winged Blackbird’s bold plumage, dramatic calling pose, and surprising social life in the wetlands of Oklahoma.