Yes, there are four Great Blue Heron chicks in this nest. We watched a successful nest of three last year, and wondered if the smallest one was going to make it. He did. But four!
Birds don’t worry about how their brood will get fed, but as these chicks grow the adults will really have to work hard to bring enough food. The adults don’t monitor who gets what; he who is pushiest gets the food.
This is the same nest taken four days later. The chicks are standing up.
First two photos 3/31/2018
Last photo 4/03/2018
Wow, this is so cool. I have never seen baby Great Blue Herons in person. Wonderful shots!
It is cool and I’m constantly amazed that I get to watch them as they grow. It gets more interesting as they become more mobile, flapping their wings, and more aware of their surroundings. This is my second year observing the full cycle and I’m hoping the nest closer to the trail will have some chicks soon. Thanks!
They all look great, I hope they continue to thrive! Very nice Ellen!
They do. You may remember last year’s nest with three that one was rather scrawny, but these four all seem to be the same size right now. Thanks, Belinda!
Awesome, four!!