This baby Egret just about turned himself inside out when Mom arrived with breakfast. The following is a slide show of his excitement.
I think there has been another batch of young Egrets and Little Blue Herons hatched at this rookery. The birds I have been following are now flying but I found a few new nests on an island. Seems late but I’ll be happy to document their first few months.

Wonderful shots, you’ve certainly captured their exuberance!
Boundless joy!!!
Wonderful photos
thank you. A good subject (and lens) doesn’t hurt.
Excellent photo-series! I love all the different looks leading up to that final look of tremendous joy. 🙂
Thank you. One of the moments 🙂