Cow Elk at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
I went to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge hoping for bull elk, but instead photographed alert cow elk in the fall grasslands.
River Otters at Post Oak Creek – Wichita Mountains Refuge
I photographed River Otters at Post Oak Creek in the Wichita Mountains Refuge. Playful encounters and close wildlife moments.
White-tailed Deer at Post Oak Creek, Wichita Mountains
White-tailed Deer at Post Oak Creek in Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, photographed during my camping trip in Oklahoma.
Coyote at Post Oak Creek – Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
I photographed a Coyote walking Post Oak Creek at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, a rare and memorable encounter.
Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Lakes: Post Oak & Treasure
Explore Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge lakes with photos of Post Oak Lake and Treasure Lake plus field notes and photo tips.
Red-bellied Woodpecker Playing Peekaboo
A Red-bellied Woodpecker leans out from a wooden post in my Arkansas yard. A short photo essay of its curious poses.
Northern Cardinal Feeding Fledgling in Late Summer
Northern Cardinal feeding fledgling in late summer, with wildlife notes and photography tips for capturing these special bird moments.
One-Legged Northern Cardinal: A Story of Resilience
A one-legged Northern Cardinal visits the feeder, showing resilience. Tips on photographing this rare and inspiring moment.
American Robin Behavior in Arkansas: Nesting and Molting
American Robin behavior in Arkansas, with late-season nesting and molting captured through field notes and bird photography tips.
Oak Leafroller Caterpillar Hanging by a Silk Thread
Oak Leafroller caterpillar hanging by a silk thread at Sequoyah NWR in Oklahoma. Learn about its behavior and how I photographed it.
International Vulture Awareness Day in Arkansas
Learn about Turkey Vultures and Black Vultures in Arkansas on International Vulture Awareness Day and why they matter.
National Hummingbird Day: A Celebration of Tiny Wonders
Celebrate National Hummingbird Day with hummingbird facts, photography tips, and simple ways to support their conservation.
Ruby-throated Hummingbirds in Arkansas Preparing to Migrate
Ruby-throated Hummingbirds in Arkansas prepare for migration south. Learn about their behavior and tips for photographing them.
Dog-day Cicadas Abundant in My Arkansas Yard This Summer
An abundance of Dog-day Cicadas filled my yard this summer. Discover their song, life cycle, and role in Arkansas ecosystems.
American Birdwing Grasshopper in Oklahoma
Photographing the American Birdwing Grasshopper at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge with tips on settings, approach, and field notes.