Two Great Blue Herons Fighting

Great Blue Heron Fight

Usually I say that birds are squabbling, or maybe getting feisty. These two were fighting with intent to do damage.

Two Great Blue Herons Fighting
Two Great Blue Herons Fighting

Ted and I had just gotten out of the car so missed whatever might have precipitated this set-to.

Two Great Blue Herons Fighting
Two Great Blue Herons Fighting

But they sure meant business and there was a lot of noise.

Two Great Blue Herons Fighting
Two Great Blue Herons Fighting

Until it was over.

Two Great Blue Herons Walking Away
Two Great Blue Herons Walking Away

They both walked away, apparently unscathed.

Two Great Blue Herons Walking Away
Two Great Blue Herons Walking Away

Donnelley Wildlife Management Area, SC
November 27, 2021

5 thoughts on “Great Blue Heron Fight”

    1. 😆 Fishing spot is the most likely reason this time of year, although I’ve not seen that cause such a viscous brawl before. Hmm, I’m picturing you in a fishing scuffle 😜.

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