Friday, 24 July 2015

Grey Heron

I came across a few Grey Herons recently at Pennington Flash. I think most were juveniles, as they were a darker grey then the adult birds and lacked the striking markings usually found on the head. The joy of watching from a hide or behind a screen is that the birds tend to stay put and are not frightened off by the sight of me strolling up. This of course gives ample opportunity to study them a bit more and hopefully get some good shots of them too.

This chap was determined to stand on this post no matter how small it was.

You can see how dark the plumage is on this particular bird.

Having a bit of a scratch while not falling off his post. Impressive!

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20 comments:

  1. eileeninmd24 July 2015 at 13:51

    Great series on the heron, Adam! I love the last shot. Happy weekend!

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  2. This N That24 July 2015 at 17:39

    Good Heron shots..Like the breast colors on the Juvie...Quite a balancing act in the last shot..Enjoy your weekend..

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  3. Jo24 July 2015 at 19:42

    Their sense of balance is fantastic ! I love the crown lifted in the last image.

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  4. Louisette24 July 2015 at 21:46

    Gorgeous series, greeting from Belgium

    http://louisette.eklablog.com/ "Mons ma ville en Belgique"

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  5. Kenneth Cole Schneider25 July 2015 at 14:33

    Nice views of the heron. Those at our back yard lake are so skittish, so I am particularly pleased when one will pose near enough for a photo.

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  6. eileeninmd25 July 2015 at 14:41

    Hello Adam, just stopping back to say thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Have a happy weekend!

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  7. TexWisGirl25 July 2015 at 15:03

    i like his one-toe hold. :)

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  8. Rajesh25 July 2015 at 18:33

    Beautiful shots of grey heron.

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  9. ~Lavender Dreamer~25 July 2015 at 21:41

    I love that beautiful gray with a blue tint to it. These are such elegant birds! Great photos!

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  10. Bob Bushell25 July 2015 at 22:16

    Beautiful Grey Heron Adam.

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  11. Anonymous26 July 2015 at 02:29

    One determined bird! Great captures.

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  12. Phil Slade26 July 2015 at 10:27

    All of the herons and egrets are very photogenic. I love taking pictures of them when they slow down a little as they can be extremely active.

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  13. Phil Slade26 July 2015 at 10:28

    All of the herons and egrets are very photogenic. I love taking pictures of them when they slow down a little as they can be extremely active.

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  14. Stewart M26 July 2015 at 10:29

    Great shots of a great bird - always like seeing them - even the ones that think they are statues!

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

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  15. Debbie26 July 2015 at 17:58

    awesome captures!!! they are always on my "stalking" list!!!!

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  16. Margaret Birding For Pleasure26 July 2015 at 18:45

    Three fantasticimages and reflections. Have a great week ahead.

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  17. ifthethunderdontgetya™³²®©26 July 2015 at 22:26

    Lovely pics. I wish I had a hide, they tend to see me first!
    ~

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  18. GreenComotion27 July 2015 at 02:10

    Superb shots! I know these do take some patience - bravo!
    Have a Great Week!
    Peace :)

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  19. Sallie (FullTime-Life)28 July 2015 at 01:53

    It's so funny to see them balance on a small branch or post like this one. It's a beautiful heron and these are some of the best pictures I've see. Good to show how big he is as you do in that last shot!

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  20. Anonymous28 July 2015 at 03:14

    Nice to be able to study them a bit. Cute catch of the scratch. That was a tiny perch!

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