I was a little surprised to see three Great Egrets out in the open at Lake of the Lilies on Friday.
The first one, fishing at the water's edge, really stood out against the pretty blue water.
The second, seemed to have better luck standing right in the water,
using its dagger like bill to capture its prey.
Prey include fish and the occasional aquatic mammal or bird.
Sexes are similar,
this stately, pure white, heron like bird has a yellow beak, and long, dark black legs.
This one thought it was hiding but I saw it right away.
There were so many turtles, out in the open, sunning themselves on rocks or branches.
This is a spot I often see the turtles in, they are way off in the distance.
Our weather has been amazing this week and I was so grateful to get outside a couple of days.
Have you been out, for a walk this week, or to enjoy the outdoors?
Sharing today's images with Eileen at
Fantastic shots of the egret. Wow! Turtles! Love them!
ReplyDeleteEgret is beautiful... but I too love the turtles!
ReplyDeleteWonderful sharp captures of the Great Egrets and it was also nice to see the turtles in that lovely blue water.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your weekend
All the best
Sonjia.
Hello Debbie,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos of the Egret, the first closeup is awesome!
I love seeing all the turtles, they look so cute.
I attached your link, after I saw your comment.
Thank you for linking up and sharing your critter post! Take care, have a great weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
Great blog
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ReplyDeleteYour first photo is spectacular. It is almost three dimensional.
ReplyDeleteSuch a noble bird and he posed beautifully for you. Enjoyed the turtles too. Thanks Debbie :)
ReplyDeleteIt is so good to see so many turtles thriving in the wild. Your first shot is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThe egrets left the wetland up here some time ago.
ReplyDeleteYour weather does look amazing! We have snow on the ground here, our turtles are deep in the mud awaiting the warmth of spring.
ReplyDeleteWow, those Great Egrets are stunning against the blue water! Turtles are always a delight to see.
ReplyDeleteThe turtles look like they each have their assigned seats! Cute photos and of course the egret is gorgeous...so sleek and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteNice pictures, the turtles apparently like to sun their necks.
ReplyDeleteI always enjoy seeing turtles ... great photographs of the egret.
ReplyDeleteWe've had a few sunny days recently and it has been enjoyable being out and about.
My good wishes.
All the best Jan
You got some beautiful shots of the egret. I have been walking different areas of my neighborhood.. initially on the hunt for mushrooms and now fun halloween decorations.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photographs of egrets and turtles. The first one really stands out.
ReplyDeleteAwesome picks, that is so cool how you can get those turtles they always run from us, boy they were using every rock they could didn't they!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures as always. You are lucky to have so much wildlife on your doorstep.
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