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KC Foggin

So well groomed (Ardea herodias)

Great Blue Heron perched on my fence.
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Habitat
Look for Great Blue Herons in saltwater and freshwater habitats, from open coasts, marshes, sloughs, riverbanks, and lakes to backyard goldfish ponds. They also forage in grasslands and agricultural fields.
Location
My backyard, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA
Date taken
March, 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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ammadoux
what a lovely visitor Helwa g/f, looking so elegant and posing perfectly for you.
 
aloktewari
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Stunningly detailed closeup shot ... awesome work ... tfs, KC ...
 
peterow
A brilliant colourful close up and well detailed capture and great pose, KC. A great Heron shot, well done.
 
j toon
a delightful close-up of this wonderful heron kc...well done and many thanks....
 
sbarnhardt
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Nice photo!

I'm envious of that back yard of yours. Are you close to the ICW?
 

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