Some Heron Photos

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The shoreline was somewhat busy this morning when I went for my walk and, because of that, I wasn't able to see as much on the lake as I normally would that early.

However, as I was walking, I spotted this heron standing along the far end of the shore. It was surprisingly cooperative and I was able to get close to it and get quite a few photos without it flying away (though there were a couple times when it was definitely considering it). After getting my photos, I walked away and it went about its business again.




Location: Waterworks Park, Beaver Dam, WI 53916, USA

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