Green Heron Sneaking Up On Prey

As a Wildlife Photographer, capturing the intricate movements of wildlife is one of the greatest joys of my craft. Recently, I had the opportunity to witness a Green Heron sneaking up on its prey and I was able to capture some truly remarkable shots.

I photographed this Green Heron at Minor’s Cove, which is at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.

Green Heron Sneaking
Green Heron Sneaking
Green Heron Sneaking #2
Green Heron Sneaking #2

The Green Heron is a small but mighty bird commonly found in North America. These birds are known for their stealth and patience when hunting, making them a fascinating subject to photograph.

Photographing the Green Heron sneaking up on its prey was an unforgettable experience. The bird’s patience and cunning make it a thrilling subject to capture, and the final result was a set of images that I will always cherish. If you have the opportunity to observe and photograph Green Herons in the wild, I highly recommend it.

Gear Used:

  • Camera: Canon EOS R7
  • Lens: RF 800 mm F11 IS STM

Technical:

  • Location: Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge (Oklahoma)
  • Date and Time Taken: August 16, 2022 (09:17 A. M.)
  • Exposure Mode: Manual
  • Aperture: f11
  • Shutter speed: 1/1600 and 1/2500
  • ISO: 1600 and 2000 (Auto)
  • White Balance: Auto
  • Metering Mode: Evaluative
  • Back-button Focus
  • Animal Eye Single Point Auto [Read More…]
2023-02-04T17:47:19-06:00August 19, 2022|Categories: Birds|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Green Heron Sneaking Up On Prey

Green Heron

I photographed this Green Heron at Minor’s Cove, which is at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.

The Green Heron (Butorides virescens) is a small water bird species native to North and Central America. They are typically found near wetlands, rivers, and lakes, and feed on small fish, insects, and other aquatic creatures. They are recognizable by their green and blue plumage, long neck, and short bill. Green Herons are relatively common and are not considered to be threatened or endangered.

Green Heron
Green Heron
  • Green Herons are small wading birds, typically growing to around 8-13 inches in length and weighing between 3-9 ounces.

  • They are known for their green plumage, which gives them their name, as well as their distinctive long neck and red-brown legs.

  • Green Herons are opportunistic feeders, and will eat a wide variety of prey, including fish, insects, crustaceans, and amphibians. They are known for their unique feeding behavior, in which they will drop bait such as breadcrumbs, feathers, or insects onto the water to attract fish.

  • Green Herons are solitary birds and are typically seen alone, although they may form small colonies during the breeding season. They build their nests in trees or shrubs near water and lay 3-5 eggs per clutch.

  • These birds are migratory and will travel to Central America or the southern United States for the winter. In the summer, they can be found [Read More…]

2023-02-05T16:09:02-06:00August 18, 2022|Categories: Birds|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Green Heron

Green Heron With A Spider

I photographed this Green Heron with a spider while at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.

Green Heron With A Spider
Green Heron With A Spider

How I Got The Photo:

My camera and lens were resting on a bean bag draped over the open window of my pickup.

Gear Used:

  • Camera: Canon EOS R5
  • Lens: Canon EF 800 mm f/11

Technical:

  • Location: Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge (Oklahoma)
  • Date and Time Taken: September 6, 2021 (7:32 A.M.)
  • Exposure Mode: Manual
  • Aperture: f11 (Fixed)
  • Shutter speed: 1/1000
  • ISO: 6400 (Auto)
  • White Balance: Auto
  • Metering Mode: Evaluative
  • Back-button Focus
  • Animal Eye Single Point Auto Focus
  • Exposure Compensation: 0
  • Focal Length: 800 mm
2022-12-22T18:34:24-06:00September 29, 2021|Categories: Birds|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Green Heron With A Spider
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