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Louisiana Heron


Louisiana Heron
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Copyright: Jim White (jmirah) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 506 W: 5 N: 1135] (4665)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-10-13
Categories: Birds
Camera: Nikon D90, Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR, 67mm UV filter
Exposure: f/10.0, 1/200 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-10-14 1:39
Viewed: 219
Points: 20
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Tricolored Heron w/shrimp
Egretta tricolor

AKA: Louisiana Heron

Info on the Louisiana Heron

Formerly known as the Louisiana Heron, this slender day-heron is found only in the New World, and is one of 4 North American herons in the genus Egretta (Snowy Egret [Egretta thula], Little Blue Heron [E. caerulea], and Reddish Egret [E. rufescens]). Until the arrival of the Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis) in the 1950s, this species was probably the most numerous North American heron (see Demography and populations: population status, below). Although probably not commercially important to the plume trade at the turn of the twentieth century, the Tricolored Heron undoubtedly suffered because of its habit of nesting with more valuable species.

The diet of this heron consists almost entirely of small estuarine and marsh fishes, which it acquires through a diverse array of foraging behaviors. This species is less social in foraging habits than are most other North American herons, typically feeding either solitarily or at the edge of mixed-species groups. The Tricolored Heron is also more commonly associated with coastal habitats than are all other herons except the Reddish Egret. In the United States, food availability and, indirectly, the amount and type of habitat appear to control the number of breeding attempts.

Tricolored Herons are probably declining throughout their North American range. This species is among the most studied of the North American herons: its breeding behavior and displays are particularly well documented (Rogers 1978a, b), as are many aspects of its foraging ecology and behavior (Kushlan 1978, Rodgers 1983, Kent 1986a, b) and nesting ecology (Jenni 1969, Maxwell and Kale 1977a, Post 1990, Frederick et al. 1992). Although much is known about the Tricolored Heron in the U.S., little information is available from the Caribbean and Central and South America. Basic information is needed on estimates of its survival, descriptions of its winter habitat, and molt patterns.

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Hi Jim,
it gets even better! This heron with the food in the beak and the elegant colors and the reflective water, this is wonderful to look at and interesting. So you are an accomplished bird photographer. I expect in the future some close-ups of Whooping cranes from you (no, just kidding) :-) .
My best regards
Dietrich

Hello Jim,
to day we are neighbours; a very beautiful picture of the Tricolored Heron taken with very good sharpness and colours in a splendid natural environment.
TFS
Best regards
Maurizio

Bella imagen de esta ave y su entorno haciendo disfrutar de la naturaleza en todo su esplendor
Buen trabajo
un saludo

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  • PeterZ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2413 W: 94 N: 5586] (17766)
  • [2009-10-14 8:19]

Hello Jim,
Good photo of this Tricolored Heron. Colours and sharpness are very nice. Beautiful environment. Good low POV.
TFS and regards,
Peter

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  • roges Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 623 W: 0 N: 569] (3264)
  • [2009-10-14 8:30]

Hi Jim,

An interesting catch. Beautiful colors very beautiful details. Excellent player.
Have a pleasant day,
Adrian

hello Jim
the herons is from my beloved birds,this foreigner for me species that resembles a lot with Purple Heron/Ardea purpurea,you photographed with exceptional output,chromatic is not easy,fine pose very fine environment.
TFS
Nasos

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  • Juyona Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2270 W: 10 N: 2658] (15659)
  • [2009-10-14 13:22]

Hola Jim.
Magnifica captura y pov.
atractivo encuadre y buena nitidez,
saludos

Kodiang 2009

Hi Jim: This is a nice capture of this heron in natural habitat. Exceptionally metered and focused shot exposing vivid details of the plumage. The shallow focus making this shot looking dreamy and yet the tall partially submerged grass making an excellent backdrop for the bird. Thanks for sharing and best regards. Jusni

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  • Mana Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1899 W: 36 N: 5579] (18518)
  • [2009-10-14 20:43]

Hi Jim,
Wonderful shot of this great looking Heron in its natural habitat. Very neat and sharp image with lovely colours. Excellent POV and composition. Kudos.
TFS.
Sumon

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  • uleko Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3005 W: 162 N: 1005] (2941)
  • [2009-10-15 9:54]

Hello Jim,
Excellent capture of this interesting Lousiana Heron that is not often seen here. Beautiful light and colours and fine sharp details too.
Many thanks and cheers, Ulla

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