Rusty Blackbird And Snow In Arkansas
One year ago today I sat on my friend Steve Creek's deck with at least 10 inches of snow on the ground, photographing birds, including this sharp looking Rusty Blackbird.
Dark-eyed Junco Memories
Last year on this date, I photographed this female Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco in my friend Steve Creek's garden from his deck on a chilly morning.
Ruby-throated Hummingbird In Morning Light
This morning I'm sharing a photo of a beautiful Ruby-throated Hummingbird glowing in the early light. I took it here in Arkansas just three days ago.
Female Dickcissel In Oklahoma
I was delighted to photograph this female Dickcissel perched on a dock two days ago from the auto tour road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Eastern Bluebird In A Light Rain
Bad weather doesn’t usually stop me from photographing birds and wildlife. This female Eastern Bluebird was photographed in a light rain recently.
Female Eastern Collared Lizard Photos
Earlier this month when I shared male Eastern Collared Lizard images, I said I'd also share some photos of the females. I'm doing that today before I forget.
Super Mom Eastern Bluebird For Mother’s Day
Since today is Mother's Day, I wanted to tell the story of this super mom Eastern Bluebird and all she has accomplished since the end of March.
Female Purple Finch Lingering In Arkansas
This female Purple Finch perched above the sunflower seed feeder yesterday, framed by spring grass. She's lingering well after others of her species have moved on.
Wood Duck Pair At Reeves Slough
Yesterday morning, I was more than delighted to photograph a Wood Duck pair at Reeves Slough at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
White-tailed Deer Doe On A Misty Spring Morning
When I saw this White-tailed Deer doe at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge standing at the forest edge with mist behind her, I couldn't resist taking her photo.
Female Eastern Bluebird Is Busy Nest Building
The female Eastern Bluebird here has been very busy the last three days, bringing in nesting materials by the beakful to place inside the nesting box.
White-tailed Deer On The Run
This morning, I’m sharing an image of White-tailed Deer on the run at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge because it shows the bottomland hardwood forest habitat.
Monarchs At A Crossroads In An Era Of Butterfly Decline
The contrasting fates of eastern and western Monarchs underscore that their future is still uncertain. With dedicated efforts, we can help butterfly populations rebound—but time is running out.
American Bison For World Wildlife Day 2025
World Wildlife Day 2025 is a reminder that all wildlife matters. American Bison are a success story, but every species we save today will matter tomorrow.
Frosty White-tailed Deer Doe
Just before I photographed a winter Bobcat four days ago at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I also took photos of a frosty White-tailed Deer doe in the same spot.
Female Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco And Snow
I wanted to share this image of a female Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco today because I couldn't resist the soft, innocent look she had after the recent snow.
Female Eastern Bluebird Eating Snow
When the sleet, ice, and snow stopped falling two days ago, I was outside photographing birds when I took photos of this female Eastern Bluebird eating snow.
Winter Male Purple Finch Images Plus A Fun Bonus Photo
After the sleet, ice, and snow from the recent winter storm, I was thrilled to have a Purple Finch in my viewfinder for a bit—even though it was bitter cold.
My First Winter In Arkansas
Spring is only 38 days away, and I’m wrapping up my first winter in Arkansas with a sense of appreciation for this new landscape and environment.
Snowy Northern Cardinal Photos
I still have a few more images to share from the recent snowstorm here in Arkansas, including these female and male Northern Cardinal photos in the snow.
Snowy Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco Photos From Arkansas
The second day of the big snowstorm here in Arkansas last week had me out on the deck, taking snowy Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco photos along with other birds.
Female Red-winged Blackbirds In Fog And Snow
After the recent snowstorm in Arkansas, I photographed several female Red-winged Blackbirds in foggy, snowy conditions. I had a great time taking their photos.
Snow Birds – Winter Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco Images
There is no snow in the forecast, but that won't prevent me from sharing winter Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco images, which are also known as snow birds.
Eastern Bluebird With A Christmas Gnome
Having a female Eastern Bluebird perch on a lovely Christmas gnome decoration? That’s great fun and a joyous way to usher in the holidays here in Arkansas.
Hen And Drake Northern Shovelers At Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Some areas of Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge were very ducky yesterday. These hen and drake Northern Shovelers were among the dabbling ducks I found.
White-tailed Deer Doe At The Edge Of A Road
Late last month, I photographed this weary White-tailed Deer doe at the edge of a road in Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma. She was being chased.
December Female Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco
I'm enjoying sharing my Dark-eyed Junco photos from Arkansas almost as much as I enjoy hearing, seeing, and photographing them since they arrived this fall.
Purple Finch – Finally!
I've been waiting since the end of summer to see a Purple Finch show up, and yesterday I finally photographed a single female above the seed feeder!
Wild Turkey Images – Happy Thanksgiving 2024
Today, I'm sharing Wild Turkey images of foraging hens I found in the Stansbury Mountains of northern Utah because it's Thanksgiving Day. It was a lovely day.
Autumn Eastern Bluebird Photos
Autumn brings a warm glow to Arkansas, and this Eastern Bluebird on driftwood is a perfect reminder of the season’s gentle transformation.