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A bright spot on a dreary day
KC Foggin

A bright spot on a dreary day (Ardea herodias)

Great Blue Heron
This stately heron with its subtle blue-gray plumage often stands motionless as it scans for prey or wades belly deep with long, deliberate steps.
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Habitat
Great Blue Herons in the northeastern U.S. and southern Canada have benefited from the recovery of beaver populations, which have created a patchwork of swamps and meadows well-suited to foraging and nesting.
Location
Market Commons Pond, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA
Date taken
Jan 13, 2021
Scientific name
Ardea herodias
Equipment used
Nikon D90, SIGMA 80-400/4.5-5.6 DG OS. plus a 1+1/4 extender. Hand held
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delia todd
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Well.... he sure is a right proud looking guy KC.

That's a superb picture of this poser - very well done lass.
 
aloktewari
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Stunning shot and wonderful info ... love the beaver connection ...
Tfs, KC ...
 
peterday
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Interesting information about the interdependence of wildlife! Lovely scene, KC, tfs.
 

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