When the Heron flew up on this branch I was convinced he would be gone before I could get in position. This spot was just too good.
He stayed right there long enough for me to close the distance and take these shots.
The limb here was hanging out over water. Right after these I tried to walk down the dike I was on, past him, to get the opposite side shots. That was pushing it…gone in a flash.
How delightful … awesome photos and beautiful bird!
I have always loved the coloring and antics of Green Heron. Up north it took years to get my first, and really distant, photograph. In the Lowcountry all these types of birds are common at some time of the year. Of course getting the opportunity still takes a little work.
You and Ellen put in a LOT of work!
It’s become a full time job. My thoughts are ‘photography is a good second career…as long as you great first career’. 😀
Terrific shots Ted. Isn’t it great when your subject cooperates😊
LOL, oh yeah. I just caught another one but it was torture ! Just the opposite. Get within a good distance, he flies just far enough, I follow, he repeats etc.