Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias)

Widespread and fairly common, Great Blue Herons are frequently incorrectly referred to as "cranes" and may be found near almost any type of water feature.

Orange Co., NC
30 October 2005

Collier Co., FL
2 January 2006

Great Blue Heron tracks in the mud.

Moore Co., NC
14 Mar 2007

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