November 16, 2019

Before the Rain

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November 16, 2019
Before the Rain

Species: Juvenile Great Blue Heron | Location: Colleyville Nature Center, United States of America

I was hoping to get some good shots when I noticed this juvenile heron standing still in the shallow water, stalking it's prey. Quickly, a straight line shot through the water with ripples following, the heron jumped to where the line ended. Too slow, the fish had escaped. Again, another line shot through the water and this time, the fish was not so lucky. The Juvenile great blue heron struck quickly and accurately. Out came this fish, fighting for it's life. We all know how the story ends. The heron ate it's meal and rested, before flying away.

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About The Photographer

Hi team, I lived around the world in India, Libya and the U.S. The one thing that has been constant in my life is the love for photography and film. I grew up watching National Geographic and loved the visual stories. I'm blessed to be able to capture my own images for others to see. I live in Euless, Texas.

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