Regurgitation in green herons allows the birds to free up space in their digestive tracts, allowing them to consume more food and continue hunting.
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.
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.
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 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…]
I photographed this Green Heron with a spider while at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
My camera and lens were resting on a bean bag draped over the open window of my pickup.
