The Yellow-crowned Night-herons nest in a separate area of the rookery than the other nesting birds I’ve recently featured. Their nests are higher off the ground in a wooded area at the far end of the big pond. This year the nests are all facing away from the boardwalk that passes below them.
Above was the best capture I got of any chicks. The second adult then arrived at the nest.
The pair had some communication and interestingly the chicks didn’t seem to notice.
With other wading birds I have observed the return of one of the adults means feeding time and the chicks aren’t shy about getting a share.
Cypress Wetlands, Port Royal, SC
May 30, 2024
I didn’t know you did capture the chicks, nice😁😁😁
A few pieces, thanks!
Such expressions— love it! 🌼💛🤗🤩
And more animated than I would expect now that they have chicks. Thanks!