Spicebush Swallowtail Butterfly On Lyreleaf Sage
Earlier this month, I photographed this Spicebush Swallowtail butterfly feeding on a plant I hadn't identified at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Focusing On Silver-spotted Skipper Butterflies
The last time I was at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge I spent some time focusing on Silver-spotted Skipper butterflies that were feeding on blooming clovers.
Resting American Bittern at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Nine days after finding a surprise American Bittern at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I found a bittern again in the same area of the refuge.
Blue-winged Teal Pair Lifting Off
Last week while sitting at Miner's Cove at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in my vehicle, I focused on a pair of Blue-winged Teal and caught the two of them lifting off from the water.
Male Pipevine Swallowtail Butterfly At Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Earlier this week at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I had multiple butterflies in my viewfinder, including this gorgeous male Pipevine Swallowtail butterfly.
It’s Barred Owl Nesting Season At Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Two days ago my dear friend Steve Creek called me while I was at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge to let me know about a Barred Owl that was out in the open.
Immature White-crowned Sparrow Molting In Oklahoma
Yesterday morning I had this immature White-crowned Sparrow in my viewfinder at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge long enough to realize she or he was molting.
Dark Morph Female Eastern Tiger Swallowtail At Sequoyah NWR
At the end of March, I was tickled to have this dark morph female Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterfly in my viewfinder at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Surprise American Bittern At Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
While I was driving near Miner's Cove at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge yesterday, I saw and photographed a surprise American Bittern right after the bird crossed the dirt road.
Bullfrog Queen Wearing A Pondweed Crown
Last week while at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I found an American Bullfrog Queen wearing a delightful and delicate pondweed crown that made me laugh out loud.
Pied-billed Grebe Eating A Feather At Sequoyah NWR
On one of my recent trips to Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge this week, I had fun photographing a Pied-billed Grebe eating a feather at Miner's Cove.
Pair Of Blue-winged Teal On A Log
On my most recent trip to Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I photographed a pair of Blue-winged Teal on a log in Miner's Cove in soft morning light.
Horned Lark – Meet The 2026 ABA Bird Of The Year
Meet the Horned Lark, chosen by the American Birding Association as the 2026 ABA Bird of the Year. A bold pick, and honestly a great one.
Nesting Western Grebe Photos From Bear River MBR In Utah
This morning I’m sharing two nesting Western Grebe photos that were taken at Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge in northern Utah.
Spring Spotted Sandpiper In Breeding Plumage
Back in May I was delighted to photograph this fluffed-up Spotted Sandpiper in breeding plumage while I was near the water at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Yellow-billed Cuckoo On The Wing
Last month I had a Yellow-billed Cuckoo in my viewfinder for a few frames at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge on a sunny day in Oklahoma.
Ouachita Map Turtle On The Arkansas River
It was two years ago today when I photographed what I believe is a Ouachita Map Turtle on the Arkansas River at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
American Black Elderberry In Bloom At Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
This morning I’m sharing two photos of blooming American Black Elderberry that I took last week at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Happy Father’s Day 2025
Today we celebrate Father's Day. I was lucky. I had two dads. One I lost when I was a small girl, and one I gained when I was in my early 20s.
Tufted Titmouse Perched On Driftwood
Two years ago today I felt extremely fortunate to have this Tufted Titmouse in my viewfinder while I visited my dear friend Steve Creek in Arkansas.
Blue Dasher Dragonfly Male At Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Two days ago I photographed this adult Blue Dasher dragonfly near the gravel road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. I'm happy to see the dragonflies back.
Yellow-crowned Night Heron And Crawdads
I was thrilled to spot a Yellow-crowned Night Heron yesterday morning at Sequoyah NWR, and even more thrilled to photograph the night heron with a crawdad.
Three-toed Box Turtle At Sequoyah NWR
This morning I’m sharing two views of a Three-toed Box Turtle I photographed early last week at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
World Oceans Day 2025
Today is World Oceans Day 2025. The theme for this year is "Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us"
Lark Sparrow On A Hackberry
Today I’m sharing another Lark Sparrow photo I took last month while visiting Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in south-central Oklahoma.
Spring Views Of Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
I wanted to share these spring views of Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge while it’s still spring. Summer isn’t all that far off now, so today’s the day.
Male Dickcissel Singing On A Cornstalk
Earlier this week, I photographed this adult male Dickcissel singing on a cornstalk in nice morning light.
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.
Spring Red-headed Woodpecker
This gorgeous Red-headed Woodpecker was perched on a branch when I photographed it on May 21st at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.