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Green Heron, going after a fish
Thomas P Brown

Green Heron, going after a fish (Butorides virescens)

This little Green Heron, gives it it's all when it plunges for the fish!!
Habitat
Water side, in Marina
Location
Marina Palmira, La Paz, Mexico
Date taken
4-11-2012
Scientific name
Butorides virescens
Equipment used
Nikon D300 400mm
This is the best picture I've ever seen of a little green. This is amazing. You have a fantastic image here. I've seen many of these through binoculars and you have captured the beauty of this bird for all to see. Excellent work! I love it.
 
Supporter
Stunning image quality and clarity with remarkable stop-action, focus, dof, and setting. Amazing Tom!!! TFS!!!
 
Opus Editor
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That's a truly remarkable capture, Thomas, both technically and behaviour-wise - many congratulations!!
 

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Central & South America & Mexico
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