This Great Blue Heron took a low pass over the water.
He was lifting up in the pre-landing posture…
Landing gear coming down…
Then, sometimes you miss photographing the most exciting part: the Great Egret was unceremoniously routed out of his spot and flew right out of the picture.
Donnelley Wildlife Management Area, SC
November 8, 2026
Lovely, especially with the reeds in the background!
Thank you, Belinda. This is a good time of year for those reeds. They have a nice color but haven’t gotten beaten down by winter winds and rain yet.