Phil Lanoue Photography
I previously worked as a news and sports photographer. Recently I have been enjoying wildlife photography. My approach toward bird photos is similar to sports photography. I attempt to capture mostly action and hopefully a unique perspective.
Cooperative Fishing
Last night this alligator was fishing in the salt marsh during low tide and his activity also attracted the attention of a great blue heron. It’s not uncommon for wading birds such as herons and egrets to fish close to where an alligator is active. The gator will get the fish all stirred up and then the birds can grab them more easily as the fish attempt to flee in a total panic.
Here, the alligator lunges out of the water after some fish and you can see how the heron is on high alert, keeping an eye on both the startled fish and the enthusiastic alligator. I also thought is was kind of funny that the heron never moved an inch when that gator burst up out of the water in front of him!
Woody’s Evening In The Marsh
This wood stork flew into the salt marsh yesterday evening just prior to sunset and stayed around long enough to grab a quick bite to eat. Soon he was off again and likely headed out to follow the tide and the fish that would be coming in with it.
“Heh Heh, Nobody Can See Me Here”
Earlier this week I spotted our good buddy Mr. A lurking behind some weeds after crawling up onto the edge of the marsh pond. He was ducked down low and trying his sneaky best to look inconspicuous. It almost worked too until he decided to take a little walk out into the open which immediately blew his cover.
He may not totally realize it, but he is kind of hard to miss once he chooses to take one of his pleasant early evening strolls around the area.
Well…That’s A Mouthful!
Yesterday afternoon this anhinga was fishing in the marsh pond and I saw him catch a few fish…including this one that didn’t go down very easy at first.
After a strenuous fishing trip, the boy decided that a nice stretch and dry off with the sun on his back would be the perfect way to relax.
Nature’s Water Filtration System
This alligator feeding in the salt marsh will grab everything in front of him in a huge gulp, then strain out the water leaving behind only some tasty fish and shrimp snacks.
Ibis In The Morning
A white ibis is on an early morning mission as it jets across the salt marsh against a clear, bright blue sky.
The Patented Anhinga Fish Flip!
Earlier today I was watching this anhinga fishing in the marsh pond. The anhinga is one of my all time favorite bird actions to observe and photograph.
Anhingas swim under water and spear the fish on the end of their very sharp bills, and then they flip the fish off launching it airborne and catching it head first on the way down. These incredibly skilled and athletic birds never fail to amaze and entertain!
Last Fish For The Night
Egret snags one last fish out of the marsh before calling it a night. I guess somebody had to be last and this poor fish was the unfortunate victim.
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