I don't care how many times I see Great Blue Herons in trees, they will never feel like they belong there. And I even know where a rookery is...I know they do. They just seem so ungangly.
I've often thought similar thoughts myself. Our Grey Herons also sometimes stand on rooftops where they look similarly out of place (I think they're on the look out for unnetted goldfish ponds). We also have a small population of Egyptian Geese in England - they nest in trees and look very comical when perched up there.
I like the composition of this picture. The heron seems to belong there even if it doesn’t in real life.
ReplyDeleteWow, this photo is ART!! It is totally stunning!!!
ReplyDeleteI share that feeling! We've seen them standing in trees, but it never looks right.
ReplyDeleteI like seeing them in trees actually. When they are on the ground, wading in water, they are so still they remind me of flamingo yard art.
ReplyDeleteI've often thought similar thoughts myself. Our Grey Herons also sometimes stand on rooftops where they look similarly out of place (I think they're on the look out for unnetted goldfish ponds). We also have a small population of Egyptian Geese in England - they nest in trees and look very comical when perched up there.
ReplyDeletethere long legs make them look awkward and this one looks like it could easily fall off. it is rare to see them in trees, but I have seen a few
ReplyDeleteGreat photo, love the heron silhouette.
ReplyDeleteHappy Easter, enjoy your weekend!
I think this may be the first picture I've ever seen of one in a tree. Love the way this picture looks. A perfect silhouette
ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDeleteLOL - I agree - but there is nothing ungainly or gangly about this gorgeous shot! YAM xx
N=Noble
I agree about seeing the large herons in trees. How lovely this silhouette is. Herons are one of my most favorite birds.
ReplyDeleteI agree, they look out of place. Here at the lake there are many. One day I counted 12 or 13 on the beach together.
ReplyDeleteTotally agree but they are quite majestic and I love the B&W profile.
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Great profile ...
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
I love this silhouette shot. They do look out of place in a tree.
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous silhouette in black and white. I don't know how they balance like that on a branch. A fabulous image!
ReplyDeletePrise de vue très belle ...
ReplyDeleteBonne journée à toi
That is really a pretty photo. It truly spoke to me. They have a funny long neck. I have a blog friend who sees them all the time on her hikes.
ReplyDelete~Sheri