The “Tricolored Heron is a characteristic bird of quiet shallow waters,” (Audubon), and a very common sight in our wetland preserves in Palm Beach County. 
But I couldn’t resist the image of this striking Tri-colored, foraging in the mangroves at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge on New Year’s Day morning. Almost hard to tell which bird is real and which is the reflection . . . .
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The perfect reflection! 🙂 What a gorgous image.
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Thank you so very much, Dina – it really was a pretty perfect sight to see!
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The most unique shot. I think I can frame the picture of just the reflection. Thanks, BJ.
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It was a unique and beautiful sight to see!
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What a beauty!
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Thanks, Belinda!
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Love bird reflections BJ and this one is very good. I was only thinking today it was time to do another reflection post
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And of course the reflections are especially striking when the water is calm – this was a lovely spot.
I’ll keep a look out for yours, AB~!
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Stunning.
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Thanks, Mike!!
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I am in awe!!
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You’re so kind, Amy! Wishing you a wonderful week~!
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Sensational capture! LOVE IT!
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I was so happy to capture this heron hiding off in the shadows of the mangroves – that still water in the morning light was just ideal.
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Those quiet shallow waters sure do make wonderful reflections. This photo is superb, BJ!
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I really appreciate your visit, Jet. Yes, the morning light and calm waters were just lovely.
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PERFECT! 🙂
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I’m so glad you enjoyed the Tricolored Heron in the mangroves, Pam – thank you!
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Beautiful! Perfect picture!
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We looked over in the shadows under the overhanging mangrove branches, and the heron’s reflection was just waiting to be photographed:-)
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Thanks so much, AB! And thank you for the link to your site. Beautiful reflections! I’m still enjoying reading and viewing the rest of the post.
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So beautiful.
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Thanks, Donna … it WAS 😉
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Lovely.Good and grand shot
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Much appreciated!
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