The water level is too high and the banks are too steep most of the way around this pond for the wading birds to hunt. This clump of floating cattails made a good spot for a Tricolored Heron to reach the water.
Of course all he did was look while I was watching.
Your header photo is so gorgeous Ellen! Love how the heron has a rusty colour that perfectly complements the cattails.
Thank you, Liz, glad that you liked it!