Tri-colored Heron Plumage Dance

Alligator Farm - St. Augustine, Florida
April 8th, 2022
Tricolored Heron are a species of bird that have significant plumage changes throughout the years seasons. During breeding season, tricolored herons develop small white plumes extending from the back of their head and fine buff plumes on their back and neck, and the base of their bill becomes tinted blue. I was able to capture this beautiful bird as he was doing his "courtship display" of rearing his head back and bouncing up and down to show off for the ladies. I think they are a truly a gorgeous bird.
Jay Whipple

I am in my 50's and happily married with 5 daughters from our blended family. I became interested in photography just a few short years ago, much later in life than many but my passion is strong. I started out experimenting with scenic mountain shots, landscapes, flowers and anything nature as being outside is where I am happiest.

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