Perhaps these photo’s should have been posted before last weeks post but I thought better late than never so here we are at the humble beginnings of this seasons nest building with Great Blue Herons.
The hand off.
This couple is working together to get the job done. One sits at the nest and weaves the materials together while the other goes out finds the materials and brings it back. Some times he is more successful with what he can gather than others. She doesn’t look too happy in the photo below.
Dusk is approaching and the toll of balancing on a branch while making the nest is showing on this female, she is overheating and regulating her heat with open beak.
Meanwhile he takes a rest in a shaded area while the Mrs catches her breath. At the same time he is keeping a keen eye on several other males in the area that have been vying for her attention hoping they will be her mate.
Do You See What I See…
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Oh wow, what a wonderful series of shots…some of my favorites so far this year! I love the picture where you got both birds working together!
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Thanks Tammy glad you are enjoying the GBH story! Humans could learn alot about teamwork from the animal kingdom 🙂
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Wow, super series of photos!
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Thanks Cathy! Glad you enjoyed the views.
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Terrific series. Totally Love the time out shot.
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Thanks Ron! The lighting and fall coloring was perfect this is my fav too!
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Looks like they are laying down strong foundations together, hope it lasts.
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It looked pretty feeble early on but they worked together and so far so good 🙂
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I’d never have thought of such big birds nesting in tree. You are so lucky–not to mention skilled!– to have seen and captured this.
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I know it goes against logic! Thanks Bobbie glad you are enjoying my little project.
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Fabulous series! I especially like the two working together to build their nest.
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Thanks John & Lois, that one is one of my personal favorites!
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Wonderful photos and story!! The Great Blue Herons are fascinating to watch!!
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Thank you Janet, they truly are fascinating to watch! I’m looking forward to what they will be doing in the future.
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I agree … a great series of shots!!
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Superb series. 🙂
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Beautiful series of shots!,
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