The swamp is beautiful in Blue Run Park!
The Cypress trees are magnificent and on the surface of the water are
thousands of duckweed plants.
It gives the impression that the swamp has slime but it is alive and
well.
It was interesting to see the Green Heron in the swamp.
But what made it unusual was seeing it fly and jump from one cypress knee
to another.
That's a cypress knee with the orange on top.
It's simply a structure growing above the roots and serves as a perch for
all kinds of birds and critters.
We tried to keep up with this Green Heron.
But it finally said, HEY, you're crowding me and flew further into the
swamp.
And this Wood duck seems to be saying something to the turtles.
Talked to any birds this week?
Join us for Saturday critters and birds!
40 comments:
...what, no alligators?
You make a swamp look beautiful in your photographs.
No bulging eyes above the water is a pleasure to not see. :)
Heat has kept curtain closed from bird watching.
The wood duck and the green heron are just so pretty. I enjoyed your pictures.
Hello,
I enjoyed your swamp images. I always love seeing the Green Heron. It is funny seeing the head on view of the Green Heron. Cute images of the turtles with the Wood Duck! Wonderful photos from your walk. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a happy weekend! PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
Alligators!
Yes, the swamp does look as if it is coated with slime, algae is probably the better word.
The green is a pretty gree, though.
You'd not catch me very close to that spot unless I was in a vehicle.
Awesome pictures!
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What great photos! You are amazing with your nature photography and I really appreciate it! I didn't know about cypress knees and I've never seen a green heron. YOu wouldn't think anything could live in that water. Are there any fish? I bet there's alligators though! Be careful...they're fast!
the swamp in the first one and with the turtle and mallard is breathtaking. I love swamps and have no seen one in years. i would love to visit thisone
AWESOME captures of the green heron, which caught you in the act!! they have such pretty colors and markings which your images really show off!! the turtles look big, so does the wood duck in these images!! have a wonderful weekend!!
Beautiful shots of the heron. Swamps are intriguing. I think I might be afraid to go near one. I always think snakes are lurking. :)
Great photos! Herons are such beautiful birds!
Have a wonderful weekend!
your photos took me along on the trip. Wondering if the eco system of the swamp creates mosquitoes or keeps them down with birds and critters to eat them?
I've never seen a swamp. This is so interesting.
And, yes, yesterday a pair of ravens were sitting in in my backyard for a very long time. They nuzzled each other, and looked like they were having a deep conversation about life. I went away and when I returned later, they were still there, so I said, just that: Are you still here?
Those are some GREAT pictures of the Green Heron and the turtles and the duck. Love them all. Amazing that they love that slimy looking green swamp! I don't think I'd want to get that close! Be my luck to fall in and the gators would think this was their lucky day! LOL.
Wow, I've never seen a swamp in my life. It's beautiful.
Hi Diane. I'll be ready for you to pick me up at 0600. Be sure to wear your racing suit as I'm s fast driver. Meanwhile those Green Heron are cool guys and we could do with some to clean out our own swamps. Take care of my Jeep.
Beautiful Green Heron images, I love them.
That first shot is gorgeous! Love the ducks with the turtles too.
Beautiful photos, Diane. I love the green colour of the swamp in the first photos, almost milky. I spoke to a dark-eyed junco this morning who was in my garden under the hydrangea bush and welcomed him back - they tend to go elsewhere in the summer and return in the fall. I asked him if it wasn't a bit too early for him to be here. He just gave me a saucy look and hopped off.
I always enjoy going on your hikes with you!! Great photos! Happy weekend! xo
I certainly enjoyed seeing your swamp photographs.
I think the Green Heron is amazing.
Happy Saturday and weekend wishes.
All the best Jan
Oh your swamp photos are awesome ~ have never seen a Green Heron ~ fascinating ~ thanks ~ Xo
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Rich emerald greens and great bird portraits!
What beautiful pictures of the swamp with its inhabitants.
I think the green heron and the turtle are very beautiful.
I wish you a nice Sunday.
Greetings Irma
A lot of wildlife in the swamp... :)
Happy Sunday!
Those are good size turtles!
Postcard perfection Diane!!
Stay virus free, be safe birding, and thanks for linking in!
~Anni @ I'd Rather B Birdin'
Stunning shots you took of the birds
What an interesting place to go walking. Your photos are super.
The swamp looks like a peaceful place to visit. You have captured the birds beautifully, especially the Green Heron!
I have not spoken to any birds this week but I did speak to a black snake and a nest of wasps (don't ask what I said!!).
The green surface of the water is a strange sight. I've been to that location and marveled at it. I have to say I prefer clear spring water so I know what's down underneath.
I had no idea a swamp could look so pretty. Love the photos of the birds
So Wonderful!!!
A green swamp and interesting critters. I like the caption about you crowding the Green Heron. Lol! I enjoy your post.
Who knew swamps could be so pretty?
This is just a wonderful series, made me homesick for Florida though!! The REAL Florida just like you say at the top! Love it.
beautiful! This is the kind of place I could spend hours on if I could. So interesting the birds did not seem to mind you? :) Beautiful place, birds and shots.
What a cute little Green Heron. Love the close up of him. That's a terrific picture. I like the one of his hair sticking up hehehe. Those turtles are quite a sight too! The cypress knee is interesting, and it is a nice place for the birds to rest on. That's a cool one of him looking straight on. : )
~Sheri
Me ha encantado tu entrada, preciosos anímales. Besos.
Cypress knee - a new word to me. Thank you for defining it and showing the pictures. I like trying to learn something new every day.
Jeannie@GetMeToTheCountry
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