Green Heron

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Green Heron 61.jpg
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Belted Kingfisher 44.jpg
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Description

I visited the local park pond yesterday where I have been seeing the kingfishers. A green heron came in close for us. And of course another diving kingfisher.

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Technical Details

Canon R7, 400mm f4 DO IS II, 1.4x extender III, monopod
Heron: ISO 400, f6.3, 1/2000s
Kingfisher: ISO 640, f7.1. 1/3200s

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That heron looks like a teenager with his hair all slicked down for his first date, Allen. Nice job on the Kingfisher as usual.

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Wow Allen those vibrant colors and sharp details of the green heron immediately stand out. The bird’s striking yellow eyes and legs create a strong contrast against the cool blue water, making the scene visually engaging. The heron’s stance on the log adds a sense of calm to the image.

The photo tells a simple, tranquil story of a quiet moment in nature, with the heron looking both alert and at ease. The overall composition and color harmony creates a serene mood, it makes me feel as if I was right there by the pond.