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Great Blue Heron breeding plumage in tree

Posted by Jennifer Sigmon,
North Country explorer from Asbury Park NJ
April 26, 2023 —

This beauty appeared in a tree while I was making dinner. I was able to capture a series of photos in the perfect late afternoon light. This is among my favorites. I love seeing Great Blue Herons in their breeding plumage. I love living on Black Lake!