Sunday, March 15, 2009

Green Heron

Green Heron
(Butorides virescens)

A small, stocky wading bird, the Green Heron is common in wet spots across much of North America. It can be difficult to see as it stands motionless waiting for small fish to approach within striking range, but it frequently announces its presence by its loud squawking.(read more)



Photos by Juan Aguero (juanKa)
Anhinga Trail, Everglades National Park

1 comment:

Ken Conger Photography said...

Great LGH shots. They are always fun to photograph. With our last bout of cool weather wish I was in the Glades photographing. Blue Skies.