Little Blue Heron
This immature Little Blue Heron is probably in its second year. Adults have a rich purple-maroon head and neck and dark slaty-blue body and juveniles are entirely white. Immatures moulting into adult plumage have a wonderful patchwork of light and dark feathers, just like this one which was just about to enjoy a small crab after removing some of its legs.
Taken shortly after sunrise near Fort Myers, Florida.
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Little Blue Heron
This immature Little Blue Heron is probably in its second year. Adults have a rich purple-maroon head and neck and dark slaty-blue body and juveniles are entirely white. Immatures moulting into adult plumage have a wonderful patchwork of light and dark feathers, just like this one which was just about to enjoy a small crab after removing some of its legs.
Taken shortly after sunrise near Fort Myers, Florida.
As always, thank you so much for stopping by and for leaving any comments or faves, they are very much appreciated.