Great Blue Heron Portrait

by Sandi OReilly

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Great Blue Heron Portrait

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Sandi OReilly

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During a trip to Ocean Isle Beach, I visited one of the marshes that are at the ends of the island and came upon this Blue Heron flying toward the marsh and looked to see where she landed. I followed a path through the marsh and found her and was able to capture this image.

The Great Blue Heron is found throughout most of North America, as far north as Alaska and the southern Canadian provinces. From the southern United States southwards, and on the Pacific coast, they are year-round residents. However their hardiness is such that individuals often remain through cold northern winters, as well.

The Great Blue Heron can adapt to almost any wetland habitat in its range. They may be found in numbers in fresh and saltwater marshes, mangrove swamps, flooded meadows, lake edges, or shorelines. They are quite adaptable and may be seen in heavily developed areas as long as they hold bodies of water bearing fish. Great Blue Herons rarely venture far from bodies of water but are occasionally seen flying over upland areas. They usually nest in trees or bushes near water's edge, often on island (which minimizes the potential for predation) or partially isolated spots.

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February 1st, 2014

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