Went to Diddams Park at Loganholme this morning where there is a massive egret rookery including all four varieties and thousands of nests, including other bird species. The Cattle Egrets grabbed my attention, particularly those in full breeding plume. They are a sight to behold!
Fantastic stuff Alacatraz especially love that last shot
I see a few of these in recent years in the Bunbury area of south west. Though I have never seen them in breeding plummage.
Really look like a different bird
Dont take life too seriously, it never ends well
I think the last one is closely related to Art Garfunkel!
Or he dreams of being an African crane :)
Dont take life too seriously, it never ends well
Love that final pose!
Ryu
Canberra
Aiming for DSLR-quality shots with a bridge camera
Great shots Murray as I find they are hard to get a good shot of, see plenty off them around the paddocks but as soon as I pull up and get the camera out they take off. They are even more impressive in their breeding plumage, # 3 is my favourite.
Yep, have had the same experience in the paddocks with cattle, although I do have a nice shot with one next to a cow's head!
Thanks all!
Love the breeding plumage on these guys. The 3rd is also my fav.