This group of shots could only be made in a wide open marsh. Great Blues almost always bend their legs right before take off.

This grouping was captured as the Heron took off from the platform and flew over the marsh, directly in front of me.

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Great Blue Making His Escape – click to enlarge

Great Blue Making His Escape – click to enlarge

Great Blue Making His Escape – click to enlarge

Great Blue Making His Escape – click to enlarge

Great Blue Making His Escape – click to enlarge

Great Blue Making His Escape – click to enlarge