Mockzilla The Northern Mockingbird In Snow
Mockzilla, the extremely territorial Northern Mockingbird, was great fun to photograph during the recent snowstorm in Arkansas because she or he seemed calmer.
First Winter Harris’s Sparrow In An Arkansas Snowstorm
I was over the moon when I saw and photographed a first-winter Harris's Sparrow in a snowstorm yesterday. I’ve waited years and years to take these photos.
Spring And Winter Male Northern Cardinal Images
This morning, I'm sharing images of a male Northern Cardinal taken in the same oak tree here in Arkansas during different seasons: spring and winter.
One Very Territorial Northern Mockingbird
Over the past several weeks, this Northern Mockingbird has grown increasingly territorial at my friend Steve Creek's bird feeders. It has become a terror bird!
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.
Winter Carolina Wren Celebration
Today, I am sharing four Carolina Wren photos and a short video as a mini-celebration of this delightful wren species. These bold wrens bring me so much joy.
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.
Carolina Chickadees In A Charlie Brown Christmas Tree
Yesterday, I photographed Carolina Chickadees in a Charlie Brown Christmas tree. I'm sure many of you have seen A Charlie Brown Christmas and know the tree I mean.
Late Fall Carolina Chickadee Photos
Yesterday morning, I enjoyed taking several photos of a Carolina Chickadee while it was still very cold. These late fall mornings have been brisk lately.
Tufted Titmouse At An Icy Birdbath
Just a very simple Tufted Titmouse at an icy birdbath photo this morning. Or is it all that simple? For me, this titmouse image isn't all that simple, really.
Male Eastern Bluebird On A December Morning
I simply can't resist photographing bluebirds when I see them, and this male Eastern Bluebird I had in my viewfinder yesterday was certainly no exception.
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.
Marsh Wren Surprise At Sequoyah NWR
In the middle of photographing White-tailed Deer bucks, a surprise Marsh Wren popped up close to me, and I quickly changed my focus to take images of the wren.
Enchanting Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco
A Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco enchanted me with soft calls and a subtle appearance. They bring joy to any outdoor scene anywhere, in any season. I adore them.
Fall Carolina Wren Fun – Photographing Them Is A Blast
A fall Carolina Wren is a joy to watch and photograph, quick, curious, and always full of energy, it makes every moment photographing them unforgettable.
American Goldfinch In Arkansas
Yesterday morning, I photographed my first American Goldfinch here in Arkansas. The beautiful goldfinch unexpectedly landed over the feeder and surprised me.
Charleston Lake Fog – A Start To A Beautiful Morning
Today, I'm sharing a view and video of Charleston Lake shrouded in fog, with a Bald Eagle perched high in a tree. It was a beautiful start to the morning.
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.
Fall Colors And A Few Birds
Yesterday, I took images of several bird species with fall colors in the background—or at least as much fall color as I'm likely to see here this year.
Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco In Arkansas
Along with a cool front, the juncos have returned to Arkansas, including this subtle but lovely female Slate-colored Dark-eyed Junco I photographed yesterday.
Hatch Year Northern Mockingbird – Two Very Different Photos
Today, I’m sharing two hatch year Northern Mockingbird photos taken just forty-one minutes apart yesterday, each showing off a very different look and vibe.
Adult American Robin On A Shed Deer Antler
Just a quick post this morning about an American Robin perched on a shed deer antler. These robin photos were taken in low light around 8 a.m. yesterday.
My First Fall Yellow-rumped Warbler Photos From Arkansas
A few days ago, I was delighted to take my first Arkansas Yellow-rumped Warbler photos that I was happy with. The morning was cold, and the birds were busy.
Fall Brings White-crowned and White-throated Sparrows to Arkansas
Fall will bring White-throated and White-crowned Sparrows back to Arkansas for their non-breeding season. I’m super excited about their impending arrival.
Female White-breasted Nuthatch On An Autumn Morning
Yesterday, I was thrilled to have a female White-breasted Nuthatch in my viewfinder for about a minute. I really wish she would had stayed a little bit longer.
Female Downy Woodpecker – Beauty of Sunlight and Shadows
When this female Downy Woodpecker showed up at the suet feeder in such dramatic light and shadows, I knew I wanted to photograph her to showcase her beauty.
Focusing On Fall Pine Warbler Photos
This morning, I am focused on sharing three Pine Warbler photos taken early yesterday. Each of the three Pine Warblers were on very different perches.
Eurasian Collared-Dove In Arkansas
I'm sharing some Eurasian Collared-Dove photos this morning. I've photographed them here in Arkansas before, but these are the first images I'm happy with.
Low Light Carolina Wren Images
I don't always have the best light to photograph birds in—that's simply a fact. But I do like these low-light Carolina Wren images taken this week.
Autumn Eastern Phoebe
For a few brief seconds, I had an Eastern Phoebe in my viewfinder yesterday. I had seen one nearby earlier and was happy when this one landed in front of me.