There’s Always Room For More Radar!
Since everyone seems to enjoy seeing our favorite electronically enhanced great egret “Radar”, I thought it might be nice to post a few more shots of our good friend.
These were taken later the same day as the photos I posted yesterday of Radar.
After a productive afternoon fishing, a guy likes to spiff himself up and get the feathers all looking their best! So Radar moved over to the other side of the reeds for a nice preening session. He started working under his wings and then as the sun got lower, he made his way to the outside portion making sure each feather was nicely groomed.
Such a handsome boy!
Phil Lanoue Photography 
I love the way he’s peeking under his arm.. I mean wing. Checking whether the deodorant is working perhaps? Smashing shots Phil! 🙂
He is always careful not to miss a spot especially those hard to reach places. Have to keep the lady egrets happy you know! 🙂
It looks like he has a bare patch on his neck. I wonder if he has been scratching there.
Yes he does have some sort of a bare spot there that shows up black. I don’t know if it’s a feather disorder, or possibly an injury from fighting with some other bird (likely a GBH) or just something he has been picking at. I will be keeping an eye on him, I see him almost every day.
Absolutely beautiful images, Phil. Just loved the first one 🙂
I’m really happy you enjoyed these photos, thanks!
And there’s the proof he missed you and wanted to look dapper for your photos!
I so appreciate his efforts to look good for the camera. A guy I know started a facebook page for Radar some time back. He is quite popular and it’s funny to hear somebody spot him and shout out “Hey, it’s Radar!”
That would be funny. Did you give Radar his name?
Yes I did name him, and my favorite time was when I heard some ten year kid explaining to his father that the bird with the antennas was the famous “Radar”!
Well done all around.
What a handsome chap! I wonder if he had a date that evening? Great shots, Phil. 🙂
He might have a date as he was in breeding plumage earlier this Spring and could have a big night planned. Of course it’s also possible that he has a family sitting on a nest somewhere that he should be paying attention to and instead he is acting like the head playboy of the marsh. 🙂
A most handsome guy, indeed! Beautiful shots, Phil. Are you alright?
Greetings from Norway, wishing you a good weekend.
Thanks very much for checking in and I’m glad you enjoyed seeing Radar!
Things have been looking up for me here recently, thanks a million for asking I appreciate it. 🙂
Glad to read this, Phil. All the best! 🙂
Stunning colors and captures! I like the first and fifth ones best. 🙂
Thank you so much I’m really happy you enjoyed seeing our good friend Radar!
He is beautiful with those breeding feathers. Great shots of the open wings.
Thanks very much for checking these out and glad you liked the shots!
He really is a beaut, isn’t he Phil! The lighting in these is lovely!
He is a good looker for sure! The early evening light in the last few made him look quite attractive!
PS just read your comment about who Radar’s trackers are. He is surely one of their success stories!
Well he was not directly affected by the oil spill, he is part of the control group to keep track of longevity, and so far he seems to be living a nice long, healthy life.
He is indeed very handsome. Look at how he has even the finest feathers groomed and flitting in that last shot. What a GREAT expression he has! Must say , he looks very self-satisfied with his grooming results. 😉 Love him!
He does look quite satisfied doesn’t he?! After getting himself all spiffed up he is ready for a night on the town.
Thanks for checking out Radar!
Completely gorgeous! RH
I appreciate you checking these out and so glad you enjoyed seeing our electronically enhanced friend!
Really nice series Phil!