Backyard Bird Visitors After Arkansas Snow
Snow in Arkansas brought Brown Thrashers, Mockingbirds, Cowbirds, Mourning Doves, and Pine Warblers to my yard. Winter birdwatching!
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Winter Birds: Purple Finch, House Finch & White-crowned Sparrow
Snow in Arkansas brought a female Purple Finch, a male House Finch, and a White-crowned Sparrow to my yard. Here’s their story.
Birds in the Snow: Grackles and Red-winged Blackbirds
Common Grackles and Red-winged Blackbirds flock to snowy Arkansas feeders, showcasing bold behavior and survival strategies during winter.
Fox Sparrows Visits My Arkansas Yard in the Snow
Fox Sparrows are winter visitors to Arkansas. Learn about their habits, habitat, and how to spot them with photos of one in the snow.
A Rare Rusty Blackbird in My Arkansas Yard
Rare Rusty Blackbird sighting in snowy Arkansas. Learn about its habitat, behavior, and conservation efforts.
A Harris’s Sparrow and a Snowy Throwback for Christmas Morning
Reflecting on a snowy day in Arkansas with a Harris’s Sparrow in 2010. A peaceful reminder of winter’s beauty this Christmas morning.
A Curious Visitor Checking Out a Backyard Birdhouse
Learn why leaving birdhouses up year-round benefits birds like the Carolina Wren and supports wildlife in your backyard.
Why Blue Jays Avoid Feeders in Winter
Find out why Blue Jays avoid feeders in winter, from natural food sources to competition, and how to encourage them back to your yard.
Dark-eyed Juncos: The Snowbirds Have Returned
Dark-eyed Juncos return to Arkansas, marking the arrival of winter. Learn about their habits, how to attract them, and why they make Arkansas winters complete.
Bird Photography at Kerr Dam, Oklahoma
Photograph winter birds at Kerr Dam in Oklahoma, including pelicans, gulls, eagles, and cormorants. Tips for capturing unique shots in cold-weather conditions.
White-throated Sparrows in Arkansas: Backyard Beauties with a Song
Learn about the White-throated Sparrow, a common winter visitor to Arkansas. Discover their distinctive appearance, charming song, and interesting behavior.
White-crowned Sparrows in Arkansas: Facts, Photos & Fun Facts!
Learn about White-crowned Sparrows visiting feeders in Arkansas! See photos, discover surprising facts about their migration, songs, and loyalty.
Female Northern Cardinal Standing On A Frosty Post
A blog post describing how I photographed a female Northern Cardinal standing on a frosty post and discussing techniques for minimizing busy backgrounds.
Watching a Tufted Titmouse Crack Open Sunflower Seeds
See how Tufted Titmice use their beaks and feet to efficiently crack open sunflower seeds step-by-step. Learn why sunflower seeds are an essential food source.
Territorial Mockingbirds In My Yard This Winter
An encounter between territorial Northern Mockingbirds and Eastern Bluebirds on a winter day, and facts about Mockingbird behavior and adaptation to winter.