I happened to look up for some reason (I think i heard some squawking) and spotted the heron right at the top of this tree which must be over 60 feet! I wondered if herons typically hang out at the top of tall trees? Most of the time I see them at the lake side.
That sounds awesome-when we were at Wrightsville earlier this year a flock of heron flew over the beach at sunset -unfortunately they were too far away for a decent photo but were a pretty amazing sight. I am keen to "capture" a heron in flight but so far no luck:( I probably need to spend a day in a good heron location, armed with camera, tripod and loads of patience!!
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Yes, they do 'hang out in tall trees'. In the early spring Great Blues also nest in tall trees. I have seen dozens of nest along a canal that runs adjacent to the Cape Fear River. You could see the Great Blues flying all around the nest. That was about 5 years ago but I will never forget the wonderful experience of observing the birds.