Tricolored Herons were dotted all around a small pond last week at Bear Island WMA.

Most of them were sticking to the edges of the water, but these three were interested in hanging out in a group of bushes and kept swapping spots.

The one on the left had briefly flown off and returned with his pals intently watching his landing.

The marsh grasses have taken on a variety of hues as the summer progresses, perhaps those greens looking a bit fake.

That’s the first I’ve seen of a tri-colored heron!
Paz
They are very attractive birds, Paz. I’ve seen more this summer than in past years.