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Friday, January 24, 2014

Frilly

A great egret landed about twenty feet in front of me as I was walking around Capitol Lake the first week of January. He then proceeded to fan out his feathers as though showing off to a potential mate. I did not see any other egrets around, so I don't know if he was confused or what. Maybe he saw my camera and wished to be on the cover of Herongirl Magazine. :)





I base my fashion taste on what doesn't itch.
Gilda Radner

59 comments:

  1. NancyJanuary 24, 2014 at 5:16 AM

    He is definitely a looker! (And I so agree with your fashion quote today!)

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  2. EG CameraGirlJanuary 24, 2014 at 5:34 AM

    You must be magical to get an egret to land so close to you! So...what is tour secret? ;))

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  3. Buttons ThoughtsJanuary 24, 2014 at 6:04 AM

    Herongirl Magazine by Gail Dixon oh yes I can see it. Amazing shots. Hug B

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  4. The CrankyJanuary 24, 2014 at 6:26 AM

    Okay, I now have the tune for 'On The Cover of the Rolling Stone' going through my head with the words 'On the Cover of the Heron Girl...' attached. You know I'm going to end up singing it out loud and getting really strange looks, right?

    It's so worth it for these beautiful shots though!

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  5. Elizabeth EdwardsJanuary 24, 2014 at 6:29 AM

    your quote goes perfectly with his tail feathers. i wonder what they feel like? .. are they soft & fluffy or more tough to the touch? i wonder?!?!? ( :

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  6. Lisa @ Two Bears FarmJanuary 24, 2014 at 6:30 AM

    He looks ready for the wedding march.

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  7. Anni January 24, 2014 at 6:38 AM

    Love the Gilda Radner quote!!!

    And your egret in the sun is VERY handsome. Those long feathers, I think I read are only there during breeding. I could be wrong on that. I honestly forget. But I do recall they're called aigretes..or aigrettes. Forget how it's spelled. Halfheimerz is setting in.

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  8. Optimistic ExistentialistJanuary 24, 2014 at 6:49 AM

    Looks like the King of Egrets :)

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  9. AnvilcloudJanuary 24, 2014 at 7:08 AM

    Superb series. No rEgrets for seeing this post.

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  10. ShugJanuary 24, 2014 at 7:43 AM

    He had some two fold actions going on here. For one...he was showing off for the ladies and two, he was modeling his feathered attire in front of the camera. I agree...no
    RE-grets in seeing this post! Cute statement from Anvilcloud.
    You're talents are great.

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  11. Author R. Mac WheelerJanuary 24, 2014 at 7:57 AM

    a studly dude

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  12. TexWisGirlJanuary 24, 2014 at 9:06 AM

    now THAT'S how an egret should be photographed. :)

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  13. Tina Fariss BarbourJanuary 24, 2014 at 9:28 AM

    You got some great close-ups! I love seeing the details of his feathers. He's a beauty!

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  14. KarenJanuary 24, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    He's absolutely fabulous! Splendid detail Gail!

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  15. StarlaJanuary 24, 2014 at 10:13 AM

    I love those long feathers! It is as if he/she is draped in the latest runway fashion!

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2014 at 10:28 AM

    What a beauty!

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  17. SuzanJanuary 24, 2014 at 10:41 AM

    He's certainly a WOW!! It's like he's wearing a long white overcoat!!

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  18. MelissaJanuary 24, 2014 at 10:47 AM

    He must have sensed your love of herons :)

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  19. donJanuary 24, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    A fine series of this pretty Heron and his idea of posing. :-)

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  20. renae January 24, 2014 at 11:02 AM

    Oh I am with Gilda Radner on that one {God rest her soul}. My aunt would give us her cast off and once while I was in 6th grade I got a bunch of 100% wool plaids and solids numbers/outfits from this sweet aunt. By the time I was home from school my chest looked like I had the measles. I hardly have worn any wool ever since. hahahaha.

    Do you think birds are vain? I mean can they sense they are pretty and are they smug about it? LOL Very nice photos, Gail, very nice.

    Thanks for the encouraging words on wanting to hear about this bc! That was so nice to hear. I haven't completely decided on that issue yet, but I don't want to bore those that are just not wanting to hear it either. But, they can go the other way, right? lol ♥ Have a great weekend, girlfriend.

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  21. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2014 at 11:58 AM

    He is a beauteous creature and deserves his own publication. HEROworld

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  22. Bas.January 24, 2014 at 12:06 PM

    Dit is echt fantastisch mooi om hem zo mooi van dichtbij te kunnen fotograferen.

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  23. hootnonnyJanuary 24, 2014 at 1:42 PM

    He looks a bit cocky! Wonder if his date ever showed up.

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  24. Ruth HiebertJanuary 24, 2014 at 2:05 PM

    OHHH! He looks so elegant.

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  25. ElaJanuary 24, 2014 at 3:17 PM

    Wow ! What a beauty !

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  26. bethJanuary 24, 2014 at 4:22 PM

    me too…as i can't wear anything with wool…LOL

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  27. eileeninmdJanuary 24, 2014 at 4:36 PM

    The egrets are elegant! Beautiful photos, Gail! Have a happy weekend!

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  28. Amy BurzeseJanuary 24, 2014 at 4:53 PM

    He was showing off for someone, huh? Glad you were there. And, yes, no itching is a must for my clothes. lol

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  29. DebbieJanuary 24, 2014 at 5:12 PM

    The best I have ever seen!! These are just amazing, bright and beautiful!!

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  30. Linda at To Behold The BeautyJanuary 24, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    "Herongirl Magazine" You are too funny! Phenomenal photos, Gail. He's a beauty.

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  31. BarbJanuary 24, 2014 at 7:29 PM

    Gail - he looks like he was modeling an heirloom fringed shawl!

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  32. IndraniJanuary 24, 2014 at 9:09 PM

    Ideal for cover page. :)

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  33. KathyJanuary 24, 2014 at 9:16 PM

    He looks like he's wearing a fringed cape!

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  34. LindaJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:12 AM

    He certainly looks fine! Yep, he belongs on that magazine cover!

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  35. Coloring Outside the LinesJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:43 AM

    Awesome! He appears to be wearing a fine silky gown.

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  36. HilaryJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    He couldn't resist your charms. ;)

    Beautiful images.. you certainly captured his awesomeness.

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  37. barbara l. haleJanuary 25, 2014 at 11:43 AM

    I love that Gilda Radner quote and have used it myself before because it is entirely me. Love! those egret photos. I don't think I've ever seen one quite like that.

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  38. LynnJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:19 PM

    Lovin' those long fine feathers! I think he's smitten:@)

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  39. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:35 PM

    He's very handsome!

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  40. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:20 PM

    He sure is a handsome fellow in his bleeding plumage.
    Your images are awesome, Gail.
    Have a Happy weekend :)

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  41. DeniseinVAJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:47 PM

    Great photos of the Egret Gail. Interesting behavior you described. I'm with Gilda on the quote and thank you for sharing it. Have a great weekend.

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  42. Sallie (FullTime-Life)January 25, 2014 at 3:07 PM

    Well he definitely deserves to be on the cover .... but maybe of Audobon Magazine! Fab photos.

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  43. Brian KingJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:02 PM

    Gorgeous! It's amazing they can stay so clean!

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  44. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:12 PM

    Incredible bird and amazing images!

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  45. WillowJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:35 PM

    Love the series of photos .
    What cool feathering .
    The featherering in the last few remind me a bit of a flappers dress ~ I suppose in a sense they are flappers !

    Love the quote ~ I miss Gilda.
    Oh the days of Rosanna Danna !

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  46. PallaviJanuary 26, 2014 at 4:45 AM

    He is a handsome fella :) Hope you are having a lovely weekend dear Gail :)

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  47. Rosemary AubutJanuary 26, 2014 at 6:51 AM

    These shots would definitely qualify for any magazine cover! Great work Gail! You are now dubbed the "Bird Whisperer"!

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  48. rainfield61January 26, 2014 at 9:00 AM

    The egret looks so smart and beautiful through your lens.

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  49. Tammy@Simple Southern HappinessJanuary 26, 2014 at 4:20 PM

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  50. Tammy@Simple Southern HappinessJanuary 26, 2014 at 4:23 PM

    Gail, you have the most amazing luck on your shooting
    walk-about's. I dont think I could have contained my bladder functions if this happen to me. After shooting this awesome bird, I would have had to sit in the marsh and get all wet, then tell folks I fell in to save face... but I saved the camera!. Goodness, he takes ones breath away!

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  51. HelmaJanuary 26, 2014 at 6:17 PM

    A white egret is not so easy to photograph his white feathers, but you have a really nice series of made​​. Class

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  52. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2014 at 10:04 PM

    Great job capturing his frill. He's gorgeous!

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  53. Katherines CornerJanuary 26, 2014 at 10:30 PM

    wow great photos. He was ready for his close up for certain, Hugs!

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  54. Katherines CornerJanuary 26, 2014 at 10:31 PM

    P.S. your facebook widget isn't working :-(

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  55. IrmaJanuary 27, 2014 at 2:58 AM

    Beautiful details, he is totally awesome!

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  56. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    Oh my god, that bird is huge!

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  57. Wally JonesJanuary 27, 2014 at 10:31 AM

    To paraphrase someone famous (I'm sure): "I may not know much about fashion, but I know what I like!".

    Wonderful images of a really beautiful Egret!

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  58. BreathtakingJanuary 27, 2014 at 11:02 AM

    Fabulous photo series Gail.A model egret, and model photographer!:)

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  59. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2014 at 11:31 AM

    Frilly is right! Gorgeous though...Love how he's just standing there posing for you! Beautiful images my friend.

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