Thursday, April 27, 2006

NATURAL PATIENCE

I became acquainted with this young Great Blue Heron last summer.  I am almost 100% sure its the same one because while all of the other herons will take flight as soon as I come into view, this one will move to the shore, and then upon realizing that I am not a threat, it will resume its search for fish.  Its patience is evident here in this extended exposure shot.  I slowed the shutter down to soften the surface of the water but was able to keep the heron pretty much in focus because it was standing perfectly still while waiting for an unsuspecting fish to swim by.

Patience is a virtue, and the key to survival.  This heron caught and swallowed 3 fish while I watched from the dam.

9 comments:

Anonymous said...

How great to have made such a special, and photgenic, friend!
Nancy

Anonymous said...

Those photos are great. You did good. Helen

Anonymous said...

These are GREAT Dornbrau!  Too bad you don't get paid for it!
Redbird

Anonymous said...

I think I have a new favorite of yours!!  The one with the moving water is wonderful.  Isn't it a fun technique?  I'll just warn you, photographing moving water can be somewhat addictive.  I'm still looking for that 12 step program.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful photo!   mark

Anonymous said...

I used to have a heron that landed on my porch in Monponsett. The old owner of my house used to give him fish, and he sort of expected the policy to continue with me.

Anonymous said...

Once again! Good shots Dorn!
Tess

Anonymous said...

Stunning photos especially the one where it has the fish in its mouth. We spend lots of time trying to stop a Heron from taking fish from our pond.

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