Not  classic Heron poses, and leaning toward the comical, this Great Blue kept me entertained for quite awhile on a recent afternoon. These shots reminded me of some people I know that are reluctant to have their picture taken.

First we take care of the itch.

Then a few vocal protests.

What’s a photo shoot without a photo bomb?

Finally, settled for the pose, neck tucked back down looking like a scarf in the breeze, a very elegant result.

Interesting that the black patches are much more pronounced in the Great Blue Herons around Magnolia Plantation the last few weeks.