Suspended Animation
Great egrets are a fairly common bird in this area, therefore we often tend to overlook them.
But in reality they are graceful and elegant birds.
Captured here in early morning sunlight this egret looks quite lovely.
But what I found most interesting was how the bird was literally suspended in mid air.
Just a slight tilt of it’s wings and a light breeze was all that was needed to keep it aloft and virtually motionless.
“There’s no sensation to compare with this
Suspended animation, a state of bliss.
Suspended animation, a state of bliss.
Can’t keep my mind from the circling skies
Tongue-tied and twisted just an earth-bound misfit, I”
Tongue-tied and twisted just an earth-bound misfit, I”
“Learning To Fly” Pink Floyd
These are gorgeous captures that makes me wish I could fly…..
Thanks I have the same feeling. It would be nice to fly wouldn’t it?
How elegant he looks! I have seen Buzzards do this but never an Egret. Beautiful photography!
This egret surprised me a bit, when in flight they normally just go from point A to point B and don’t stop to hover in one spot like this. Thanks so much for looking Molly!
Extraordinaire !
Merci beaucoup Jean-Paul!
Wow, absolutely gorgeous!
Thanks much, glad you liked those!
Brilliant images, Phil.
I appreciate you looking and commenting Mike!
Great shots Phil!
Thanks much I appreciate you looking!
Gorgeous – like a Prima Ballerina – ballet dancer.
Thanks very much and great description!
Your photographs are absolutely outstanding ! Seeing your blog makes me want to grab Feygirl and come to your area for a field trip. Such beautiful scenery and you capture it marvelously.
Well thanks a million for that and you two should definitely get up here for sure! I know the alligators would love to have you, uh, I mean see you!
Gorgeous capture!!! Nature photography is my favorite. There is something about their freedom in the wild. Great quote too!
Wow thank you Angelia, I’m so happy you liked the photos and the quote!
That are really cool pics.
Thanks! So glad you liked them!
Great series, Phil! The lighting on these are great!
Thanks as always for checking in Gareth, I greatly appreciate it!
These images are absolutely stunning! What great captures!
Wow Marta, thanks very much for your kind comments!
great images!
Thanks for your visit Gabriel! Glad you like the photos!
Your wildlife photography is just amazing Phil… what a treat for me to visit your page!
I appreciate your visit and kind comments Paula!
You are most welcome Phil
I would like you, but only if you wish so, to ocasionally visit my posts and give me your honest opinion on posted photos 
. I would appreciate it from you 
Fabulous shot
I enjoy the beauty of flying. Thanks a lot for the stopping. Regards
I’m very happy you enjoyed seeing these, thanks much!
The grace in birds are indeed an enviable thing…
Lovely photo’s Phil
Well I greatly appreciate your visit here and I’m glad you liked the egret photos!
They are quite nice flyers aren’t they?
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Great Shot of the Great Egret! Beautiful! It’s so nice to see the egret up close we have a few of them here but I’m always looking at them far away. They are so delicate up close.:+) I like the Pink Floyd quote as well. :+)
Wow Thanks a million for stopping in and so glad you enjoyed those egret photos. We are fortunate that we often have close views of these types of birds, and you are right they do appear quite delicate.
Glad you liked the PF quote too.
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new week for you,
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Hello Sandra, hope you have a beautiful Sunday and nice to hear from you.
Thank you for the image!
Wonderful photos again. These egrets are such beautiful birds and you captured them perfectly, Phil.
Thanks for the kind words and I’m glad you enjoyed these egret photos!
Such lovely captures… I adore seeing them alight or take off in our wetlands and swamps. So very graceful and strong! These are truly balletic.
Thanks a million for checking these out I appreciate it! They can be very pleasant and entertaining to watch!
So delicate and graceful! Fantastic shots.
Thanks for looking at these Lucy and glad you liked them!
Lovely photo’s Phil. I must admit I love your work.
Well thanks Coreen I appreciate that greatly!