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Heron with Fish
BrianWH

Heron with Fish (Ardea cinerea)

This Heron was Fishing at Willington NR and caught a number of small fish.
Habitat
Water
Location
Willington NR
Date taken
3 July 2015
Scientific name
Ardea cinerea
Equipment used
Canon SX50 HS
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This is lovely Brian... I even like the swirly reflection.

A super picture - well done lad.
 
Great shot, Brian! It always amazes me how small a fish and how large a fish these birds can handle.
 
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Well that little fish is not going to fill this big guy up ;) A great moment to capture Brian!
 
super capture brian this large heron will need to keep feeding i notice on my local they seem to go around for hours collecting food never been close enough to see what they are eating though.tfs.all the best margaret.
 
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Now that is talent for this large heron to pluck a small fish from the water with that huge bill. Impressive work on both of your's part! Fantasstic!!!!!
 

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