Bitterns Are Back
Feb 23, 2022 15:51:19 #
Bitter cold for them--23 degrees. This one sat warming in the sun for over an hour--didn't hunt; preened only twice; ducked when hawk flew over.
Feb 23, 2022 16:00:31 #
jliane
Loc: Washington state
Wonderful! I have looked for them numerous times, but have never abeen lucky enough to see one.
Feb 23, 2022 16:02:12 #
Very nice. We saw one a couple of weeks ago at Oso Flaco Lake in Central California that spent over 30 minutes perched in reeds about 30 ft. from the wooden walk-bridge. They are so rare in my area (Southern California) that I was felt very lucky. Looks like you appreciated the opportunity too. jak
Feb 23, 2022 16:37:22 #
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Feb 23, 2022 19:12:53 #
He needs to fly SOUTH ! .....Love the reflection.......thanks for sharing
Feb 24, 2022 05:29:45 #
1FTR wrote:
Bitter cold for them--23 degrees. This one sat warming in the sun for over an hour--didn't hunt; preened only twice; ducked when hawk flew over.
Nice shots
Feb 24, 2022 06:24:44 #
1FTR wrote:
Bitter cold for them--23 degrees. This one sat warming in the sun for over an hour--didn't hunt; preened only twice; ducked when hawk flew over.
Feb 24, 2022 16:34:13 #
1FTR wrote:
Bitter cold for them--23 degrees. This one sat warming in the sun for over an hour--didn't hunt; preened only twice; ducked when hawk flew over.
Feb 24, 2022 16:58:49 #
1FTR wrote:
Bitter cold for them--23 degrees. This one sat warming in the sun for over an hour--didn't hunt; preened only twice; ducked when hawk flew over.
Great shots which showcase the camouflage of this bird in its marshy, reedy environment. Thanks for posting, John.
Bubba
Feb 25, 2022 09:01:01 #
Feb 26, 2022 14:26:44 #
1FTR wrote:
Bitter cold for them--23 degrees. This one sat warming in the sun for over an hour--didn't hunt; preened only twice; ducked when hawk flew over.
Great set! Thanx for sharing.
Feb 26, 2022 16:13:19 #
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