The Conductor Looking almost like an orchestra conductor at the conclusion of a musical score, a Great Blue Heron uses its outstretched wings to stall its forward motion while alighting. This elegant wading bird is a familiar component of wetland habitats and is frequently observed stately striding freshwater marshes, coastal backwaters and salty seasides in search of a meal. ~ Anecdote and Great Blue Heron capture, The Conductor © Jerry L. Ferrara
Rejected In the rich light of early morning a drama takes place. In a heron rookery, inhabitants know the rulesDo not encroach another’s space or surely be the foolSo give a sign that you belong, lest risk to be inspectedAnd if you aren’t convincing, you’ll surely be rejected ~ Poem and Great Blue Heron capture, Rejected © Jerry L. Ferrara
The Stretch A Great Blue Heron takes on a posture called “The Stretch”, a courtship behavior carried out during and after pair formation. ~ Anecdote and Great Blue Heron capture, The Stretch © Jerry L. Ferrara
A Golden Moment A golden moment, caught in the golden hour of morn as a regal Great Blue Heron elegantly swims the open sky. Arriving at the heron rookery and setting up the camera before the sun conquered the earth’s horizon proved to be a good strategy. ~ Anecdote and Great Blue Heron capture, A Golden Moment © Jerry L. Ferrara