great blue heron in vancouver island rookery

Great Blue Heron Rookery

I feel very fortunate to be able to witness some amazing wildlife and birds on Vancouver Island and on the Gulf Islands. As one who is new to birding, I am thoroughly enjoying the challenge of making images on location, of these majestic birds; the great blue heron. (ardea herodias fannini)

Their wingspan, as you likely already know, is massive, and it’s pretty incredible to watch so many of these tall, long-legged wading birds navigate the tiny treetop branches in their rookery with relative ease.

With gratitude for nature and these opportunities, I share with you my images, and yes, I will be going back for more, as they soon will breed, lay their eggs and have chicks.

/brenda

 

two great blue heron in treetop rookery

 

vancouver island great blue heron rookery

 

great blue heron rookery on vancouver island

 

two great blue heron on treetop heron colony

 


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2 responses to “Great Blue Heron Rookery”

  1. Jill McEwen Avatar
    Jill McEwen

    These are incredible photographs of the Blue Herons! Thank you for sharing them, Brenda. I also love the Bald Eagle! There is a nest of Bald Eagles near me and I love to see those majestic birds!

    1. brendajohima Avatar
      brendajohima

      Hello my dear friend Jill, and a belated thank you for taking the time to view my imagery and to comment. Thanks!