House Finch vs Purple Finch: Identifying My Backyard Visitors

Male House Finch visiting my Arkansas backyard

House Finch vs Purple Finch: Compare color, streaks, and facial markings with photos of these visitors to my Arkansas backyard feeders.

Hibernation Habits of Five-lined Skinks

Log Hideaway Curious Five-lined Skink Emerging

Explore the hibernation habits of Five-lined Skinks and learn how to photograph them before and after their winter slumber.

Green Tree Frogs | Are They Safe to Touch?

Admire from Afar: Green Tree Frog

Learn if green tree frogs are safe to touch and why it’s best to admire these delicate amphibians from a respectful distance.

Photographing Wildlife in the Heat

American Crow holding a piece of ice at Mount Magazine State Park in Arkansas

Photographing wildlife in heat takes patience, shade, water, and smart timing when temperatures push wildlife and photographers.