Exploring Fabius Township and St. Joseph County, Michigan, with side trips all over this Great Lakes state

Saturday, April 2, 2011

Great Blue Heron sees his shadow

So quiet I tried to be after an earlier attempt to photograph this Great Blue Heron in the marshes southwest of Pleasant Lake caused him or her to flee.  This time I succeeded with a series of shots as he fed and then sauntered slowly over to another Great Blue whom I assume was a mate. 

The shadows of the bird, grasses and sedge only struck me when I cropped the original photo.  I am grateful for the digital world when a photograph keeps on giving!

Enjoy more shadows and reflections this weekend by visiting this sites:
Weekend Reflections 
Hey Harriet's Shadow Shot Sunday
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10 comments:

  1. Sylvia KApril 2, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    What a gorgeous capture, Helen! Such a beautiful bird and a perfect shadow shot for the day! Hope you're enjoying a lovely weekend!

    Sylvia

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  2. EG CameraGirlApril 2, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    WOW! Great shot! When I tried to take a photo of a great blue heron yesterday, it took off. Oh well, at least I can enjoy your shot. :)

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  3. forgetmenotApril 2, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    What a wonderful photo--just a shot of the heron is awesome, but the shadow even makes it better. Mickie

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  4. Hey HarrietApril 2, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    A beautiful capture of the heron! You did well to remain so quiet! The photo has a lovely dreamy quality to it. Gorgeous! Have a great week!

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  5. Hootin AnniApril 3, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Beeeeeeeautiful!!!!

    Monarch Butterfly Link

    Happy Sunday.

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  6. AnonymousApril 3, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    He is beautiful. Great image!

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  7. Chubskulit RoseApril 3, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Gorgeous shadows shot!
    My Shadow, have a blessed Sunday!

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  8. RandyApril 3, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    What a wonderful reflection. He looks deep in thought.

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  9. J.Rylie.CApril 3, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    So pretty!

    Would you please drop by and see my shadows? Would love to see you!

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  10. JamesApril 7, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Nice capture! I love watching and taking pictures of herons.

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