
All of the herons who migrate here in the spring have flown south by now but I thought it would be nice to look back to earlier in the season. I took this photo in May, The heron was sporting its breeding plumage including its white head plumes which were just visible in this shot.
October 30, 2024 at 8:34 pm
The Great Blue Herons are more prevalent here too, along with a green heron every now and again. Although birders I know see more species than eye. Fun to see the vareity.
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October 30, 2024 at 9:11 pm
Any heron sighting is a good day 😊
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October 30, 2024 at 9:23 am
Amazing close-up shot, Belinda! 🤗👍🤗
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October 30, 2024 at 4:35 pm
Thanks very much, Donna!
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October 29, 2024 at 3:34 pm
A handsome capture, Belinda. He looks quite intent in his hunt!
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October 29, 2024 at 4:58 pm
Thank you, Eliza! They sure possess a lot of patience.
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October 29, 2024 at 1:22 pm
I love seeing these photos herons, less common than Great Blue. Wonderful capture!
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October 29, 2024 at 3:21 pm
We also tend to see GBHs most. Thanks, Denise!
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October 29, 2024 at 11:05 am
A beautiful photo, Belinda! ❤️😊
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October 29, 2024 at 3:19 pm
Thank you, John!
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October 29, 2024 at 3:40 pm
You’re welcome, Belinda. ❤️😊
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October 29, 2024 at 9:05 am
Lovely images, and great sighting, Belinda!
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October 29, 2024 at 3:18 pm
Thank you!
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October 29, 2024 at 7:44 am
The eyes….love the ruby red eyes 😁😁
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October 29, 2024 at 3:18 pm
Aren’t they something!
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October 29, 2024 at 5:14 am
Very nice reminder of spring. You did well to get one of those skulkers on camera.
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October 29, 2024 at 3:16 pm
Thank you. They do tend to linger in the reeds 😊
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October 29, 2024 at 2:53 am
This is a frameworthy shot!
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October 29, 2024 at 3:16 pm
Thank you, Anne 😊
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October 29, 2024 at 1:48 am
Yes, it’s becoming that time of year when we start looking through the archives for photos that reflect warmer times! That’s a great picture, Belinda. A very pretty bird. I don’t think I’ve ever seen one.
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October 29, 2024 at 3:15 pm
I know, we’re getting a few warm days after a week of cold weather ❄️. I like these herons, we usually see a few in the warmer months. Thank you, Lynette 😊
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October 29, 2024 at 1:11 am
I sure wish we had this bird out here on the island. Such pretty colours, and unique shape. Great picture!
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October 29, 2024 at 3:11 pm
I always enjoy seeing these herons. Thanks!
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