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Uploaded 26-Feb-09
Taken 22-Feb-09
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Category:Animals
Subcategory:Birds
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Keywords:green heron, heron
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Dimensions3888 x 2584
Original file size2.44 MB
Image typeJPEG
Color spaceAdobe RGB (1998)
Date taken22-Feb-09 09:17
Date modified22-Feb-09 09:17
Shooting Conditions

Camera makeCanon
Camera modelCanon EOS-1D Mark III
Focal length700 mm
Exposure1/1000 at f/5.6
FlashNot fired
Exposure bias-2/3 EV
Exposure modeAuto
Exposure prog.Aperture priority
ISO speedISO 400
Metering modePattern
Green heron

Green heron

Butorides virescens

Ding Darling NWR, February 22, 2009

These are small stock herons with rufous chest, dark green primary and mantle feathers. These are secretive and solitary, waiting patiently just above waters edge for the opportunity to strike for food.