“Stop! Don’t Look At Me!”
Recently I was watching this egret fishing in the salt marsh and at one point he struck at the water but came up empty on that attempt.
He must’ve been particularly embarrassed that I witnessed the unfortunate scene because he ducked down his head and used his wing to shield his face from any further humiliating photos.
Phil Lanoue Photography 
Fun images, Phil.
Yeah Steve those egrets can be a little goofy at times.
Beautiful light and reflections of your bashful friend!
Thanks much Maggie! That end of day lighting can be special.
That’s an impressive wing to be showing off while hiding its face! Great shots as always.
Thanks and that’s what I said to him… nice wing. 🙂
He did not seem especially appreciative of my compliment however.
Now that you mention it, you are somewhat of a peeping Phil…. them birds and Mr A don’t get now privacy whatsoever… 😀
I have to admit I believe you are on to something there. Although they (especially Mr. A) may appreciate when I show them at their best, I also seem to be there to capture moments they would prefer remained private. Oh well, that’s the way it goes, they have to take the good with the bad when I’m around. 🙂
Wonderful light!!!!
It was a great time of day out there!
🙂 the wing in that third photo reminds me of a piano keyboard. Gorgeous details…
You are right it does look like that, thanks Paula!
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He’s gone all coy Phil! 😀
Yes he has Lucy! 🙂
Beautiful images… white in almost dark background stands out. and you have composed the reflections beautifully.
Well I appreciate your very kind words, thank you!
He’s probably got quite a complex now. Does he know that you show us what a bad fisher-bird he is? Love the wing pic. 🙂
I try to keep him in the dark whenever I post less then complimentary photos of him. Same goes for the alligators as you can imagine. 🙂
Great shot Phil!! Haven’t been able to post comments on your site in my last three tries. Hope this one makes it through.
This made it through fine, thanks for looking and commenting!
Do you ever feel like you are one of the paparazzi? Superstars need their privacy too (but I love the fact that you are willing to keep on shooting). Should we expect to see your photos in National Enquirer?
I do feel like a bit of a snoop out there at times Mike, that’s for sure. But then again the wildlife is happy when I make them look good so they usually put up with me. 🙂
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