Tag: heron
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Two Young Heron Chicks in Their Nest
High atop a willow tree, nestled safely among the swaying branches, two grey heron chicks share their cozy nest. They’re still too young to take to the skies, their wings not yet strong enough for flight—but give it a few more weeks, and they’ll be soaring off on their own grand adventures. For now, though,…
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A grey heron waiting for the end of winter
Grey herons are birds that love small lakes and rivers, where they hunt for fish and other small creatures. But when those waters freeze over in winter, sealing everything beneath a layer of ice, they’re left to wander icy fields in search of mice—waiting patiently for warmer days to return.
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