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Great Blue Heron Courtship Ritual
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Great Blue Heron Courtship Ritual

by Charles Sleicher

Category: AvianAdded January 25, 2005173 views

Long-legged Waders

Keywords: Great, Blue, Heron, bird, wildlife, courtship, mating, ritual, marriage, affection, devotion, gallantry, commitment, love, togetherness

The passing of a stick from one heron to its mate is common ritual in the mating season. This photograph was taken in Florida.
Image Reference: BHerG1701Image Format: 35mm slideImage Crop: Full FrameDigital Enhancement: NoneProperty Release: NACaptive: No