Before the Green Heron from my post On The Hunt found a hunting spot he posed on a limb from a falen tree sticking out of the pond. There was a light breeze and the water was creating a
Green Herons tend to be shy and I expected him to take off any moment.
From that stubby perch he surprised me and flew to a spot a bit closer to shore where he showed off his goofy head feathers and long beak.
Nice captures of the often elusive Green Heron, Ellen. I love these little guys and find that they have more personality than Great Blue Herons.
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Thanks, Mike! They do tend to be tucked into the undergrowth; I was rather surprised to see this one away from the edge of the pond.
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What funny head feathers.. hahaha!
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They do look comical with those feathers up, Liz!
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That last shot is really good !
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Thanks, I got a good look for a “butt-end” shot!
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He’s so beautiful, lovely captures!
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Thank you, Greta, they do have amazing colors!
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