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Green Heron (Butorides virescens)

Green Heron (Butorides virescens)
A small, stocky wading bird, the Green Heron is common in wet spots across much of North America.
It can be difficult to see as it stands motionless waiting for small fish to approach within striking range,
but it frequently announces its presence by its loud squawking.

NOW THIS IS COOL!!

The Green Heron is one of the few tool-using birds.
It commonly drops bait onto the surface of the water and grabs the small fish that are attracted.
It uses a variety of baits and lures, including crusts of bread, insects, earthworms, twigs, or feathers.
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Canon EOS 20D
Shooting Date/Time
9/24/2005 12:54:19 PM
Shooting Mode
Aperture-Priority AE
Tv( Shutter Speed )
1/25
Av( Aperture Value )
8.0
Metering Mode
Evaluative Metering
Exposure Compensation
0
ISO Speed
400
Lens
100.0 - 400.0 mm
Focal Length
400.0 mm

Stuart Dahne

Colleen Farrell

That is a super-sharp photo! Great! As a bird lover, I like the details you've given, too. Thanks. :)

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January 06, 2006

Orsi

Perfect shot,Stuart!!Beautiful bird!

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January 06, 2006

Dave Sanders

Awesome detail and great DOF. Great job Stuart

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January 06, 2006

Jo Berry

Lovely shot. Perfect in every detail!

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January 06, 2006

Bill Merlavage

Hey Stuart, I just knew you'd have some photos in the finalist round. Good luck buddy!!