It's been hot and humid here at the Jersey Shore.
I have not been out and about much but recently took a drive around the
Lake of the Lilies
I found this...
I think this a young Heron, because of its coloring, what do you think.
Great Blue Heron
As I was photographing the Heron I could hear the song of a
Red Winged Black Bird
happy as can be, singing his little heart out.
Sharing today images with Eileen at
for Saturdays Critters
Your photos are amazing. I haven't a clue about the heron. I love spotting the Red Winged Black Birds and I'm always thrilled when I see that splash of red from their wings.
ReplyDeleteI think the red winged black birds just got married! Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteYour photos are incredible! We have had a red winged black bird make a nest near our house...they love to sing!
ReplyDeleteThat first close up shot is amazing. The heat has been keeping us in too!!
ReplyDeleteWow! You are such a talented photographer!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool looking face!
ReplyDeleteIt's hot here in the UK and I'm spending a quiet weekend chillin!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your photographs.
Have a happy Saturday and weekend.
All the best Jan
WOW those picture are outstanding.
ReplyDeleteOnce in a blue moon I get to see a Great Blue Heron, the lighting is never good so could never get beautiful photographs like yours! I love when sunlight catches the red on the Red-winged Blackbirds.
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure if my comment went through Debbie so I'll try again. I love that red winged blackbird. I love their distinctive song and it's a challenge to get a photo with the red! And you even got the beak! Great close up my friend. Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a heron. It's majestic.
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Hello Debbie,
ReplyDeleteYes, your Heron does look like a young one, great photos.
I love hearing the Red-winged Blackbirds singing, they do sound happy. Great photos. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great day and a happy week ahead! PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
Stunning photos, Debbie! I think you're right about it being a young heron based on those lighter colors. Love the red-winged blackbird shot, too!
ReplyDeleteThe heron does look young. They have an intense expression waiting for a smile.
ReplyDeleteMay
The heat will certainly limit outdoor adventures, Debbie, but nice that you did get out and captured the heron (possibly young as you suspected) and the red winged blackbird. We have both here on the Nashua River.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, fantastic photos Debbie :)
ReplyDeletegreat pics of them, I agree it has been way too hot to get out for very long. Isn't it nice when you hear a bird call and you know what bird it is, I always know there is a cardinal outside just hearing their chirp!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, you caught some great live nature moments, Such a beautiful place Debbie. We are gifted by the sights and sounds around us.
ReplyDeleteSimply spectacular!
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