Quick Exit
Early morning in the marsh pond and this great egret leaves in a hurry. In the first photo you can see a fish jumping just below and behind the egret’s feet. Look carefully in the bottom right corner of the second photo for a surprise appearance by you know who!Β
Il coccodrilloooooo π
Bellissime foto Phil, sono una meraviglia
Ciaooo, Pat
Ha ha! Grazie Pat!
OK how many species can you jam into one photo? So who saw the eyes first – you or the egret?
I try to keep this an all inclusive photo blog.
I’m sure the egret knew the alligator was there but he seemed mostly unconcerned. A lot of jumping fish contributed to the splashes.
Mr. A, lurking! π That little fish got a respite today, maybe not next time though The egret really was in a hurry!
One lucky fish got away and a bunch more were splashing! Mr. A likes to be around the action. π
Definitely time for a hasty retreat I’d say…. π
That egret knows how to hit and run for sure.
Sorry I have not been able to get at your blog recently, I’ve had health issues for several weeks now and have undergone two procedures on my back just this past week. I’m hoping things improve soon. π
No worries. You just take care of you. That’s the important thing. I’ve been a little hit and miss myself.
Thanks Gunta.
Is that why the egret left, I wonder? Discretion is the better part of valour, they say!
These birds are fairly used to seeing the alligators around and are not usually terrified by them. But also why take crazy risks?! :-). Thanks for looking Maggie!
A close call! π
That egret can be 50 feet away in less then a second. But of course the alligator is quick too.
Whew!!! Smart Bird, Great Shot!
When the birds really have to worry about the alligators is when they are under the water and the birds can’t see them approach. Yikes!
He’s EVERYWHERE! What a stealth visitor and cool photo!
Oh of course he’s everywhere, that’s his job! And he takes his work seriously. Well… most of the time. He also enjoys a good nap.
He sounds a lot like a cat.
Exactly. Why use energy unnecessarily when you can conserve?