I love to see the greeting sequence of the Great Blue Heron adult returning to the nest where his/her mate has been minding the home front.
They always take a few moments to interact.
The newly arrived mate has a look around, maybe counts the chicks and surveys for danger.
Then, the GBH that had been on the nest takes a turn away to feed and hopefully bring food to the chicks.
April 8, 2019
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Their behaviour appears so affectionate. Wonderful series, Ellen!
We have observed that with the GBH repeatedly, Belinda, so much more than the other wading birds. Thanks!
I’m presently watching a pair of eagles on a nest cam by Explore.org. They do the same thing with the “changing of the guard”!
The counting is easy though, as “DN12” is an only child.
Paz
Wow, what an amazing website, Paz! I’ve watched a few single webcams previously but wasn’t aware of this collection. I’ll be getting a bird fix here!