I recently posted (Sibling Rivalry) about the Tri-colored Heron chicks, who are fast learning to be independent. The babies have gotten much bigger and much more self-sufficient in the past few weeks. 
This Tri-colored Heron is learning to forage like the grown-ups in the shallow water, where they find fish, crustaceans, amphibians, and other small invertebrates (iBird Plus). I chuckled when I caught sight of him trying to eat the blossoms on a pond plant – he’s apparently still figuring it all out!
The adult Tri-colored Herons at this preserve are very acclimated to people, and often perch along the boardwalk, completely nonplussed by the humans strolling by. But the juveniles’ efforts at maneuvering the boardwalk railings are pretty comical. 
As they try to imitate their parents, they cling to the narrow edge of wood for dear life, trying to keep their balance. 
The Tri-colored chicks’ wild “punk” hairdos have calmed down a bit, but their immature fuzz still sticks up haphazardly in the evening light. They have such personality! I’m so glad these birds will be with us all year round.
Birder's Journey 
Great captures Carol! 🙂
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Thank you! So glad you stopped by.
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Oh, how cute the punk hairdo is 🙂 Wonderful pictures!
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Your visit is much appreciated, Tiny!
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How fun to watch this cutie! Great captures of the youngster. 🙂
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Thanks, Amy – they are so entertaining!
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Great sequence, info and a personal touch.
Very nice. Thanks📸
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I’m so glad to be able to see these birds growing up 😉 Thank you, Berny!
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As always, great set of photos. 🙂
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Much appreciated, Kathy!
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I love the captured colors and personality, awesome work.
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These guys certainly DO have plenty of personality 😉
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I find it really fun to watch juvenile birds learning their way around, and your photos here are delightful.
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I do, too, Jet….and we are so fortunate that some of our preserves are favored nesting places for many wetland birds.
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I like the chicks cool hairdo. They are growing up… almost looking like mom and dad.
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Yup, getting more and more sophisticated every day!
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Yep, the hairdo, or lack of one, is the best photo.
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You should see their punk hairdos when they’re even younger!
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