I found Walter kicking back. You know a Heron is relaxed If the neck is coiled. When it’s stands straight up it’s beginning to feel worried.
SITTING PRETTY
I found Walter kicking back. You know a Heron is relaxed If the neck is coiled. When it’s stands straight up it’s beginning to feel worried.
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Didn’t know that. Sure a good display of feathers.
and to think he weighs in at only 9 pounds!
I didn’t know that about a heron’s neck.
I learned that myself. Once I would get too close the neck would straighten up and whoosh…..off they would fly!
Yes, he’s a very feathered friend. ;)
yes,he is my fine feathered friend!
I didn’t know that, Wayne. These are lovely pictures.
Very happy you enjoyed my latest shots Robbie! I always enjoy just getting out and being with my friends!
I didn’t know that and will pay more attention next time.. a very handsome fellow..thanks Wayne.
I know when I’m getting too close when the neck comes up.
lol.. good to know.x
I had no idea! That’s for that tip.
I’ve upset a few of these guys in the past and noticed the body language!
What did they do? Fly off or scowl at you?
fly off squawking
Ha! ha! Not so bad then!!?
Never knew about a heron’s neck and what a stately way to sit on the rock. Lovely.
Yep,they always relax the same way,with the neck coiled in.
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What a beautiful display of feathers. I noticed you said he weighs only 9 pounds – not surprising with hollow bones. And what a great name!
The male eagles are around 9 or 10 pounds but the Blue Heron is around 5 pounds.
I love herons. They are somehow majestic, very beautiful, very impressive.
agreed but they sure squawk like a dinosaur caught in a fence!
A fun trivia fact about Herons – and fabulous pictures too!
thank you MB!
I have learned that through the years from Harry the Heron’s antics. Interestingly, this heron’s relaxed attitude has him looking like he is stargazing. You caught him at a good moment – no angst from humans.
Aw! Good old Walter. I haven’t seen him in what seems like ages.
I see him from time to time. I saw a second Heron flying over to him. Because he didn’t try to keep it away I’m assuming it was his girlfriend?
Fascinating creatures. Of course you don’t want to get too close – bill through paddle.
the only way you can get close to these guys is if it’s spies a fish and is slowly closing in!
Beautiful post and photos
Do they coil up when they sleep?
I’ve never seen one asleep at night but would say they do relax their neck. They may even sleep on one foot like many birds do?
Good interpretation of Heron body language and lovely photo! Best, Babsje
Thank you Babsje,you would know that as well being around them more than I Babsje.
You’re welcome. I enjoy learning those body-language signs. I’m sure you can read your Eagles and Bears and predict or anticipate. 😊
Thats what it’s all about. Reading body language and knowing what they are going to do.
Agreed. It is one of those things that I like to teach others when I see them pestering wildlife at the lake here. If people can read the animals they know when to back off without scaring off the bird and then everybody can be happy.
Use a dog as a known example. They most likely have been bitten by one. They know not to approach a dog who’s tail is not wagging and pulled between it’s legs! Each animal has body language but If you’ve never been around that animal you will not know what to look for! Everyone knows about dogs so it’s a good example to use to explain.
That’s an excellent example to use: dogs. It would work with cat owners, too. You make it something they can relate to.
yep!