Wild Turkey Hens Feeding in an Arkansas Field

Wild turkey hen feeding on young rye grass in a small field near Oden, Arkansas

Wild turkey hens feed on young rye grass in an Arkansas field near the Ouachita National Forest, offering a close look at their habits.

Velvet Antlers on Oklahoma White-tailed Bucks

Young white-tailed buck with peeling velvet on antlers at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

Velvet antlers on Oklahoma bucks show a brief seasonal change. I photographed three whitetails at Sequoyah during that transition.

Yellow Warbler Eating a Spider at Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge

Yellow Warbler reaching toward a spider on a limb at Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge

A Yellow Warbler grabs a spider at Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge, a quick feeding moment that made this songbird encounter stand out.

White-tailed Deer Habitat at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

White-tailed doe and fawn standing in a grassy field at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

White-tailed deer habitat at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, with field notes on cover, feeding areas, and photo tips from the refuge.