Spring Blue Jay Photos From Arkansas
It’s easy for me to be delighted to take Blue Jay photos because I went so long without seeing or photographing them while I lived in Utah.
Scruffy Male Downy Woodpecker
Not long after a downpour of rain yesterday, this wet and scruffy male Downy Woodpecker flew in and landed on a vine near the suet feeder. I'm glad he did.
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.
Male House Finch With An Eye On The Sky
This male House Finch caught my eye through my viewfinder two days ago because he had his eye on the sky while waiting for his turn at the seed feeder.
Spring White-throated Sparrow In Arkansas
It won’t be long before I see my last White-throated Sparrow. They’ll be migrating to their breeding grounds very soon, and I won’t see them again until fall.
Spring Morning Bird Songs
Yesterday morning, in between storms, I sat outside and listened to bird songs. I decided to make a short recording and share photos of the birds I heard.
Update On Mockzilla The Mockingbird
I’ve been wanting to do an update on the very territorial Northern Mockingbird I’ve called Mockzilla because of the seasonal changes happening now.
Male House Finch In A February Arkansas Snowstorm
Before spring arrives, I wanted to share one more snowy male House Finch photo—he perched on a birdbath during a February snowstorm here in Arkansas.
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.
Winter Male American Goldfinch
This male American Goldfinch caught my eye after the recent snowstorm here in Arkansas. Why? Because he's starting to molt into his breeding plumage.
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.
Winter Carolina Wren Memorable Moment
During a mixed ice-and-snow storm yesterday afternoon, I had a memorable moment with a Carolina Wren—one I'll probably think about for the rest of my life.
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.
Mourning Dove In An Arkansas Winter Wonderland
Another series of snowy birds from the snowstorm that hit Arkansas last month. This time, a Mourning Dove that dropped into the deep snow near the feeders.
Around The Corner: Spring Eastern Bluebird Photos
I'm not trying to wish winter away, but warmer-than-normal temps have me thinking about spring and the birds that come with it—like this male Eastern Bluebird.
Snowy Portraits: Male Red-bellied Woodpecker
The snowfall earlier this month in Arkansas provided many opportunities for me to photograph various bird species, including this male Red-bellied Woodpecker.
Male House Finch In An Arkansas Snowstorm
Earlier this month, during a snowstorm here in Arkansas, I felt fortunate to photograph a male House Finch while the snow was still falling.
Carolina Wrens In Snowy And Foggy Weather
During the recent snowstorm in Arkansas, I was happy to have Carolina Wrens in my viewfinder, despite the snowy and foggy weather conditions. I was more than delighted.
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.
Winter Common Grackle Images In Snow And Fog And Bright Light
Today, I'm sharing two very different winter Common Grackle images. One photo was taken on a snowy, foggy morning, and the other on a bright, sunny afternoon.
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.
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.
Male Pine Warbler In Snow In Arkansas
This morning's share is pretty simple: a handsome male Pine Warbler came in after the snowstorm here in Arkansas. I couldn’t resist taking snowy photos of him.
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.
Three Zonotrichia Sparrows in Arkansas Winters
Yesterday, I had a trifecta of Zonotrichia sparrows in my viewfinder. These are photos of the three Zonotrichia sparrows that visit Arkansas during the winter.
Fox Sparrow Photos – Nemesis No More!
Yesterday, I took lots of Fox Sparrow photos, and by doing so, I conquered a nemesis. I've had so much trouble getting Fox Sparrow images that I actually like.
Superb Rusty Blackbird In Snow!
When my day starts with snow, an owl hooting in the pitch dark, and a smile on my face, I expect magic. Yesterday, that magic was a Rusty Blackbird in the snow.
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.
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.