What an exciting moment it was when I came across this pair of yellow crown night herons during one of their courtships. It is difficult to capture these birds as they usually nest in very thick habitat that is almost impossible to capture them. Fortunately this pair was fairly close to the road. There is plenty of habitat but I wanted to post this anyway as this was the first time I had ever seen this type of behavior and perhaps you will find it interesting too.
You're right, Judy. It's rare to be able to see this behavior. Was it in Ding Darling? BTW, congrats on having your cheetahs on the opening page of BPN and for being chosen for the NANPA publication.
Thanks Susan !!! Yes this was taken just as you are leaving Ding Darling. They have it roped off for quite a distance and I was not sure why but later found out it was to protect the nesting birds. Sure do hope they have lots of chicks as there are several nests.
Great behavior image!
I've only caught very obscured glimpses of this in the past ... thanks for sharing!
Looks like some fill flash may have helped a bit here.
I'll add my congratulations on the spectacular cover image!