The egrets, herons, cormorants and associated brethren are all nesting at Audubon park now. I spent an hour there the other day, watching the egrets build nests, and got a couple of decent photos! the birds were very industrious, and it interesting to see one egret bring a twig back to its nest, where it would give the twig to its mate to “install”.
Great Egret bringing a twig back to its nest, Audubon Park, New Orleans, LA, 2009-Feb-24
This Great Egret spotted a floating twig and snagged it in mid-flight, Audubon Park, New Orleans, LA, 2009-Feb-24
And finally, this Great Egret thoroughly enjoyed its bath, Audubon Park, New Orleans, LA, 2009-Feb-24
All photos © Amy Friends Stone and all rights reserved.
March 4th, 2009 at 8:59 pm
I’m quite jealous of your ability to snap action shots in mid-action.
March 4th, 2009 at 9:38 pm
Blair – fast shutter speed and LUCK!
What kind of camera do you use, I’ve forgotten? If it’s point and shoot – look for the “action” button.