A Great Blue Heron took a few moments to rearrange some nest material.
It was rather breezy, making his feathers dance.
This nest looks pretty sturdy and ready for a new family. I’ve seen nesting activity and some mating going on, but no sign any eggs have been laid yet in the easily seen nest sites.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston, SC
January 24, 2023
A Great Blue Heron starting to show some of the colored lures around his eye of breeding season was on a mission to gather sticks for his nest.
He went at a steady pace past some Coots.
Then he veered just a little before he turned away from me on his mission.
Orlando Wetlands, Christmas, FL
January 18, 2023
…before the day’s light is done
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, Florida
January 16, 2023
Actually just a snack or appetizer for this one.
And with lots of patience–I was about to move on when finally…
he pounced!
Look close, yes he had success.
Then carried it to shore before swallowing, taking no risk of losing it back in the green depths.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston, SC
January 9, 2023
Great Blue Heron with a sparkly swamp background.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston, SC
January 9, 2023
Fish for dinner!
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston, SC
January 9, 2023
At the end of the afternoon when the sun is low it would be easy to miss this bird.
Except for the vocalization.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston, SC
December 28, 2022
The Great Blue Heron pair took a few moments to bond after the male brought a stick for the nest.
OK, enough of that.
Ready for another stick!
Off he went.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston, SC
December 28, 2022
Google shares a lot about the word Canoodle, I’ll leave it at “This somewhat silly-sounding word applies to somewhat innocent physical affection.”
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston, SC
December 28, 2022
Wishing you all a happy and healthy new year! Thanks for following along with my blog and all the likes and comments throughout 2022.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston, SC
December 28, 2022
