The weather turned cold yesterday but prior to that it has been really beautiful here.
Cloudless skies and warm temperatures.
We dedicated several days to getting out in the car and a few walks here and there.
I have had some random critter sightings that were my favorites.
The hubs saw it's head from quite a distance away and said "that's not a turtle, is it"?
I saw it and replied, "I think it is", sped up on my zingerchair and sure enough, it was.
I had to really zoom in to get this picture.
I saw this Great Blue Heron hiding in the grasses at the same lake, a lake I need to visit more often.
This was my favorite picture of the day.
I spooked it and it flew off...
But much to my surprise, after I spooked it...I was able to capture 3 flight images, which I never get...
I was thrilled!
Sharing today's images with Eileen at
Viewing Nature With Eileen
for Saturday Critters
18 comments:
Wow! I really loved these pics, Debbie. That huge turtle pic was wonderful and the heron in the grass and in flight! Loved these. (and thanks for the note)
Wow! What a colorful sunset! It usually doesn't last long and you have to be ready with your camera. Love the herons and what a handsome turtle. I saw a tortoise running faster than I would have thought this week! Hugs!
Beautiful sunset and what a treat to see that turtle in the wild. Kind of amazing!!
Love the Heron shots especially the 1st one. It is always a thrill to spot a turtle in the wild.
Hello Debbie :=)
Beautiful sunset, and shots of the herons and well done for getting those flight shots. I have never seen such a large turtle, what a surprise.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend
Sonjia.
Great shots of the Heron!
Wow! Great nature photo of 'critters' ~ especially like the amazing turtle ~ hugs
Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Fantastic turtle and turtle shot!
Love herons. They might be seen here too.
Beautiful captures despite the cold! Love the giant turtle and the Great Blue Heron in flight.
Your photos are beautiful... each one is a pleasure to look at.
Thank you very much.
Wonderful encounters you had.
Viola wishes you a happy Sunday
...yes, dear Debbie, to your question on my blog, I have knitted a lot but have now switched to sewing - first there were small bags, then larger ones and now clothing and also patchwork - my dream is large blankets: -))))
A greeting to you and a hug for you from Viola.
Love the heron in the grass and in flight. Its stance makes it look cold there alright. Love the turtle! Huge! Great shots, Debbie.
You got some gorgeous shots. Those herons can be so tolerant or they can spook easy.
Love that huge turtle.
Amazing shots of the heron in flight.
Beautiful sunset.
All the best Jan
Hello Debbie
Sorry I am late visiting and commenting.
Love the heron photos, great flight captures.
The turtle is cute and the sunset is gorgeous.
Thanks so much for linking up and sharing your post.
Take care, enjoy your day and have a great week ahead.
PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
I am so in love with herons (my "own" Harry is close to being a blog mascot -- not quite, but close!). Your photos are simply fantastic. Beautifully done, sharp as a tack. What a magnificent sighting!
Wow that is a pretty big turtle, so cool! Great shot of the Heron taking off, it is so neat to watch them fly! Lovely Sunset to finish off the day!
That's a BIG turtle indeed! Great photos of the GBH! A favorite. Super sunset, too!
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