Now where was it I saw that frog?
I know he’ll taste so fine.
I think I’ll find him by that log,
And then begin to dine.
Great Blue Heron
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May 14, 2025 at 12:14 am
That’s such a great capture and poem, Anneli! The herons are amazing birds.
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May 14, 2025 at 9:49 am
Thanks, Lynette. They are very patient and have a huge amount of self-control.
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May 14, 2025 at 10:31 am
Yes, they sure are, and when they strike it’s so fast you almost can’t see it. Amazing.
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May 14, 2025 at 12:38 am
Nice picture of that big bird, I hope he finds the frog.
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May 14, 2025 at 9:49 am
I wouldn’t want to be a frog in those waters near the heron.
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May 14, 2025 at 6:42 am
They are focused hunters for sure!
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May 14, 2025 at 9:48 am
The most patient stalkers I’ve ever seen.
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May 14, 2025 at 9:52 am
Agreed!
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May 14, 2025 at 7:44 am
Such a handsome bird, great photo, Anneli. ❤️😊
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May 14, 2025 at 9:47 am
Thanks, John. I love seeing herons.
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May 14, 2025 at 10:19 am
You’re welcome, Anneli. ☺️
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May 14, 2025 at 8:12 am
I have never seen one in person. You are a lucky poet.
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May 14, 2025 at 9:47 am
These guys are not hard to find around our area.
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May 14, 2025 at 8:36 am
A great combination again, the heron and the poem.
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May 14, 2025 at 9:46 am
Thanks, Kristiina. Has spring come to Finland yet?
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May 15, 2025 at 3:06 am
Almost, the weather has been colder than normally, but birch trees have already tiny leaves, we call them mouse ears.
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May 15, 2025 at 6:42 am
Oh dear. That is quite a bit behind our progress here, but then you make up for it later with your very long hours of daylight.
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May 15, 2025 at 9:29 am
The sunrise is now at half past four and the sun sets at ten past ten, days are long, but it the wind has been from the north for weeks and it keeps the weather cold.
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May 14, 2025 at 11:00 am
A beautiful photo! The great blue heron appears so calm and attentive. The thought of the frog it might be eyeing adds a touch of tension to the image. You can almost feel the stillness and anticipation—the moment between predator and prey. It’s fascinating how nature and animal behavior continue to captivate us. Thank you for sharing this special moment!
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May 14, 2025 at 11:01 am
I love to be able to peek into the animal world and imagine what they are thinking or doing. Have a great week, Rosie.
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May 14, 2025 at 1:51 pm
They really are like sisters to our grey herons. Not sure I’d be able to tell them apart if they didn’t live on separate continents!
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May 14, 2025 at 9:41 pm
I love seeing ours. Wish we had both kinds here.
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May 14, 2025 at 2:02 pm
Very nice!
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May 14, 2025 at 9:39 pm
TY, Belinda.
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