Today is Heron Day.

8-18-17 VERMONT: The rain started early this morning and got heavier, then fog and drizzle set in, followed by more rain. It’s in the fifties. None of these conditions kept the Great Blue Heron from his visit to the pond. He [she] stood on the rocks at the side of the pond for a long time before moving to the edge of the water and patrolling in slow motion and then strikes with speed when a meal happens by. She [he] hung around for two hours depleting the pond of invertebrates.


Great Blue Heron stood by the side of the pond for about 15 minutes before wading in.

Slow march around the edge....

Step-by-step....

I love this one with the golden rod and a reflection.