Sep 03 2008
Great Blue Heron and Little Blue Heron
Sometimes a photographer gets so lucky he can’t believe it. And he isn’t ready. Such as this case. I was trying out some experimental settings on my camera while in Melbourne when I stumbled upon TWO birds on my list to photograph.
The first was the Little Blue Heron, sitting on the shore doing his/her fishing thing, oblivious to me. After snapping the picture and moving on, so did the bird.
I then walked around some brush to the rear of the Little Blue Heron, and was startled to see a juvie Great Blue Heron. She/he only stood still long enough for one shot, and then nervously started walking away. I moved away also, so as not to stress the creature any more than I already have.
Only then did I realize that my camera was not set to the normal settings, and the pictures might not be optimal. I was right. But this is what I got, so I have to accept that, and learn from my experiences.
Great shots of the Blue Herons! They are difficult to get,aren’t they?Especially if they’re not used to humans taking their picture.
The Little Blue Heron pretty much ignored me, as he was focused on his lunch. The Great Blue was noticably nervous about me, but wasn’t sure if I was a threat. It was the closest I have been to a Great Blue Heron. I probably won’t be that close ever again.
Nice! The Little Blue Heron seems to be a youngster, too - still has some white streaks in the plumage!
Well shot!
Cheers, Klaus