Swamps Edge, Green Heron

Swamps Edge, Green Heron

This is one of a group, juvenile Green Herons, that were all around us one day.

Swamps Edge, Green Heron
Swamps Edge, Green Heron

The adult colors are still a little off here.

Swamps Edge, Green Heron
Swamps Edge, Green Heron
Swamps Edge, Green Heron
Swamps Edge, Green Heron

Rather than leave quickly the bird seemed curious and just watched me for a while.

Swamps Edge, Green Heron
Swamps Edge, Green Heron

Adults in May or June have a more distinct rusty color plus the head is blue/green. Hence the name. It’s about the only green except for the young birds legs.

Swamps Edge, Green Heron
Swamps Edge, Green Heron

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