Monday, August 20, 2007

American Bittern



The American Bittern is unique from other herons because, when approached, it stands still with its' head upwards, sometimes swaying back and forth imitating a waving reed. I had just finished photographing a Peregrine Falcon when I came across this American Bittern. I was having a good morning to say the least. This photograph was taken at Ridgefield NWR.

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