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I was enjoying my breakfast on this recent morning, looked up, and there they were across the pond, listening and watching. As if they were statues. (The moment captured with a point and shoot zoom through double-pane glass).
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They weren't the only species hanging out - ever watchful - two great blue heron.
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Such patient fishermen - waiting for a critter to pass by in the water - and when it does, a lightning fast stab with the beak hoping for a meal.
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Later in the day, she came back to pose for me in the beautiful late afternoon light.
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And of course, junior wasn't far away. There is still much beauty and wonder in the world - it's not all bad news.
Amazing photos!
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