Great blue herons, did I say stoic? If you need a fill-in to guard the Tomb of the Unknown Solider, here's your man. I couldn't locate this photo a couple of weeks ago when I posted about male herons steadfastly claiming a nest site as early as January, weeks before it's actually needed.
But, it's the early bird that garners the best nest! Even if it's a used one he did not build. What do the Realtors say? It's all about location. Location. Location. And if you see a chance to trade up by just investing a little extra time, well wouldn't you?
A male great blue may stand in his chosen nest for weeks waiting on his mate to join him. Well, at least it's a wait with a view.
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3 comments:
Recently found a rookery (is that the right term?) in Cosby, on Indian Creek Road, right above the creek. There are maybe four pairs, still adding sticks to their nests. This isn't a very large creek, smaller than Cosby Creek, and was very surprised to look up while driving the narrow windy road (I must have seen movement, a bird flying) to see the large stick nests.
Mary Anne Rudolph (see you at the eagle outing)
Found a heron rookery in Cosby (Cocke County) on Indian Camp Creek Rd this week. The creek isn't very big, was surprised they would choose such a location, high above in a live pine and a dead tree next to it. Maybe 4 pair still adding sticks to their nests.
See you at the eagle outing
Mary Anne Rudolph
Blue herons are so majestic. Love this photo! I enjoyed reading the info also.
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