Snowy Egret

LjMaxx

Snowy Egret


Nikon D60~ 55/200
Mexico Jan/2009

Snowy Egret
Egretta thula
Length: 22 to 26 inches Wingspan: 46 inches Seasonality: Summer / Migrant
ID Keys: Black legs with contrasting yellow feet, black bill, all white plumage

The elegant snowy egret was killed by the thousands in the 1800’s for its long, lacy breeding plumage, which was used for women’s hats and other clothing. It has recovered both in range and numbers since that time. Of the white egrets found in South Dakota, the Snowy Egret can be identified by its size (smaller than the Great Egret), it’s yellow feet contrasting with black legs. See the Identification Tips page for differentiating among the white Egrets and Herons in the state.

Habitat: Prefers large sloughs or marshes, sometimes edges of ponds or lakes.
Diet: Varies, but includes fish, crustaceans, insects, frogs, lizards, snakes, rodents, snails, and worms.
Behavior: Uses a variety of foraging techniques. They will often actively wade through shallow waters, chasing prey that is startled by the movement. They will also stand still in shallow water, waiting for prey to approach. Snowy Egrets will also forage on dry land, usually in search of insects.
Nesting: June and July
Breeding Map: Breeding bird survey map
Song: Generally silent
Migration: Birds in the interior of the country migrate to U.S. coastal areas, Mexico, and Central America in the fall.
Similar Species: Cattle Egret, Great Egret, immature Little Blue Heron. See Identification Tips for differentiating between these species.
Conservation Status: Expanding range to the north and increasing population in recent decades. Numbers are still far below historical levels, however.

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Snowy Egret by LjMaxx
Snowy Egret by LjMaxx
  • Carol Barona

    Carol Barona

    FANTASTIC! Instant FAV! Stunning capture LJ…

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Carol..Thank you!!! Also for your earlier comment on “Leonardo” too..:)))))

  • DevineDayDreams

    DevineDayDreams

    Love the reflection!!! Wonderfully captured! :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Daisy.. T.Y.!!!

  • kathy s gillentine

    kathy s gillen...

    WOW !!! stunning capture

  • LjMaxx replied

    So appreciate your commenting Kathy~

  • Shaun Whiteman

    Shaun Whiteman

    Wow wow wow, stunning shot!! Beautiful!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Triple Wow’s- Cool!!! Thanks Shaun~

  • BigD

    BigD

    Fantastic capture, LJ

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much BigD~

  • annalisa56

    annalisa56

    Fabulous capture !!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Annalisa.. T.Y. very much!

  • Svetlana Sewell

    Svetlana Sewell

    Beautiful bird and stunning shot!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Svetlana.. Many Thanks to you here!

  • Marvin Collins

    Marvin Collins

    Gorgeous image, excellent processing, I love it. an instant fav!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Well Marvin. This comment just pleases me more than you know.. T.Y. :)))

  • RickF

    RickF

    Beautiful Capture! Wow

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Rick.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • cherylc1

    cherylc1

    Wow~ gorgeous capture and reflection!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks CHeryl! Just love this spot in Mexico~

  • Wendi Donaldson

    Wendi Donaldson

    A beautiful shot, Lj…..the reflection is brilliant!! well done girl!

  • LjMaxx replied

    So pleased for this comment Wendi.. Thank you!!! :)

  • mrscarlotta

    mrscarlotta

    I am with Marvin on this one my gorgeous LJ, xxxxxxxxxxxxx

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Carlotta. Thanks so much!!! :) oxo

  • rmenaker

    rmenaker

    great stuff, as always. i am always so impressed by your work.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Your very kind Rmenaker. I am grateful for it too~ :)

  • Scott Bricker

    Scott Bricker

    an extraordinary image, Lj! love the reflection….

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Scott! :)

  • Joe Thill

    Joe Thill

    Beautiful work Lj. Love the treatment. Great reflection. Have a great Earth Day!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Joe.. Many Thanks.. Happy Earth day to you too~ :)))

  • jesika

    jesika

    A lovely shot. the blurred surround really adds to the image & impact
    j

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Jesika.. I enjoyed all the many birds there this day~ :)

  • Kathy Nairn

    Kathy Nairn

    Beautiful subject and effect. I love my 55/200. You’ve mastered it! :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Knairn.. Many Thanks to you. I do like this lens. Still researching some new ones too… :)

  • Virginia N. Fred

    Virginia N. Fred

    Aswesome capture

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Virginia. Thank you very much here~ :)

  • Deborah H. Benoit/Deb`s Photo Creations

    Deborah H. Ben...

    Stunning!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Deb!!!

  • Phillip Weyers

    Phillip Weyers

    Gorgeous bird … and wonderful capture.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Phillip.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • Ginny York

    Ginny York

    This is beautiful LJ! Love the reflection.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi my dear friend.. Thank you. When I went this past Jan to Mexico.. Great spot I found with many many species o birds. all hangng out together. :)))

  • Kate Adams

    Kate Adams

    Beautiful colour and contrast, wonderful subject – love the treatment – stunning Lj!!! inst fav.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Kate!!! SO appreciate this comment~ :)

  • Bunny Clarke

    Bunny Clarke

    What a superb and dreamy capture.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Bunny… So pleased for your commenting.. Thanks. :)

  • David Murphy

    David Murphy

    Beautiful work!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi David.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)))

  • Carol  Lewsley

    Carol Lewsley

    Awesome capture Lj. Carol

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Carol. Thank you! :)

  • Paul Scarsella

    Paul Scarsella

    gorgeous capture – awesome reflections!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Paul.. Thanks.. Glad you stopped on by here.. :)))

  • Marjorie Wallace

    Marjorie Wallace

    What a beautiful capture!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Marjorie.. Many Thanks! :)

  • vadim19

    vadim19

    Wonderful work!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Vadim.. Thanks so much for commenting here.. :)

  • Nancy Polanski

    Nancy Polanski

    Oh my good gosh! This is outstanding, Lj! Pat yourself on the back! It is gorgeous!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Nancy… ok! Hahahahah.. No.. kidding.. Thanks so much.. I had a great time this day.. Whales, birds & grand weather conditions. Hummm.. perfect day for me.. :)))

  • Joseph Rieg

    Joseph Rieg

    LJ, this is a fantastic capture of the egret.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Joseph! :)

  • ItsCoops

    ItsCoops

    Best photo of an Egret I have seen, well done.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much here Juanita!

  • ItsCoops

    ItsCoops

    Best photo of an Egret I have seen, well done.

  • Robin D. Overacre

    Robin D. Overacre

    that would make a great card! Love the reflection LJ. right on!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Robin.. Thanks.. Good ole Mexico! :)

  • Susan Bergstrom

    Susan Bergstrom

    Stunning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Susuan.. Thanks.. :)))

  • kreesor

    kreesor

    Gorgeous capture Lj!! :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Good morning Keith. T.Y…..twice.. :)))

  • lorilee

    lorilee

    This is sooooo beautiful – like a dream!!!!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Lori. Thanks very much for commenting here. I really appreciate it~ :)

  • mltrue

    mltrue

    fantastic!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Mltrue!

  • Lynn Bawden

    Lynn Bawden

    What a great shot. Beautiful Snowy Egret with a beautiful reflection, LJ…Lynn

  • LjMaxx replied

    Good morning Lynn. Many Thanks to you here.. :)

  • Al Bourassa

    Al Bourassa

    Great timing LJ!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Al.. He was fishing for lunch.. :)

  • Victoria Sheldon

    Victoria Sheldon

    Beautiful capture.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Victoria.. :)

  • Beve Brown-Clark

    Beve Brown-Clark

    Exceptional!!! Lovely reflection…does it get any better…think not!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Your very kind Beve.. Thank you! :)

  • ildilazar

    ildilazar

    Gorgeous capture!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Appreciate your commenting here ildilazar.. Thanks! :)

  • Jane Marin

    Jane Marin

    Wonderful capture! Love your work!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Jane. I really appreciate your commenting ..:)

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    This is a beautiful image!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Sharon.. Many Thanks to you here.. :)

  • Debbie Roelle

    Debbie Roelle

    Beautiful, I love the reflection of the bird, and the softness that picture has.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Debbie. I am glad you liked this & commented.. :)))

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Debbie. I am glad you liked this & commented.. :)))

  • David Clarke

    David Clarke

    Beautiful, restful image, Lj

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi David.. Many Thanks to you here.:)

  • Sharon Johnstone

    Sharon Johnstone

    WOW!!, very beautiful!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Sharon!!! :)

  • melant1017

    melant1017

    I love the mood on this one LJ, very nice my friend :-) Such a beautiful bird!

    ~A

  • LjMaxx replied

    Yes a lovely bird. One you have taken many fine images of too. Thanks Antonio!!! :)

  • Gregg Williams

    Gregg Williams

    Truly wonderful, has a dreamy feel to it. I love these birds. Great work LJ.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Gregg.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • Imber

    Imber

    Wow! Superb work!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much for commenting here Imber.. :)

  • Béla Török

    Béla Török

    Excellent work, LJ!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello handsome Bela. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • Symmetry45

    Symmetry45

    Very beautiful work sweetie.

  • LjMaxx replied

    So diff to see this as your name. Thanks so much for commenting on my Snowy Egret Steve. :)))

  • kenspics

    kenspics

    Awesome photo of a gorgeous bird!!!
    Excellent commentary as well.. thank you for sharing!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Ken.. Thanks… Really appreciate it. II enjoyed learning more about them too.. ..:)

  • Renee Dawson

    Renee Dawson

    Picture perfect. Outstanding photograph!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank so much Renee!!! :)

  • Louise Robinson

    Louise Robinson

    Absolutely stunniung!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Louise. Many Thanks for commenting here. :)))

  • rdotter

    rdotter

    Fantastic shot, LJ! You soar with the eagles, my friend.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi… Thanks Dog.. If I soar. it is right along side you..:)))) So pleased to see your name here tonight. Long day at work and then this nice surprise. oxo

  • maxy

    maxy

    A kissing reflection! Very very cool! Love this – the egret is so beautiful as the light touches the feathers giving it a lovely “he’s a star” glow!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Maxy!!! It is a fine looking bird.. White is often hard for me but this one came out better~ :)

  • MichaelTravis

    MichaelTravis

    What a fantastic bird and beautiful shot ! I love being around the big water
    or backwoods swamps where these birds hangout.It’s beautiful.Thanks for
    sharing hon.MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMWA!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Well your the sweetest guy in the world Michael. Thank you! Share with you anytime~

  • Barbara  Brown

    Barbara Brown

    This is lovely!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Barbara! :)

  • Lois  Bryan

    Lois Bryan

    HOLY COW, LJ!!!!!!!!! This is EXTRAORDINARY!!!!!!!!! Oh, hubba-hubba!!!!!! WOOOO HOOOOO!!!!!!! Honey, this is completely magnificent!!!!!!!!!! One of those shots that I hope YOU buy a print of and hang with pride in your own home!!!!!!! Oh, honey, I’ve actually got goosebumps!!!!! Well Done!!!!! Bravo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Awwwwwwwwwww.. that was so nice to say Lois. Thank you. I did print from here as a gift for a friend. I think they will like it. They olove this bird. so. this one was for them.. So very pleased for your comment.. :)))

  • Lois  Bryan

    Lois Bryan

    ... soon as the economy turns around … I’ll be back to get a copy for myself, lol!!!!!

  • SarahAnn

    SarahAnn

    beautiful work here. This would be so cool on a mirror

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Sarah! Thank you dear girl. Nice to see your name appear on my screan tonight..:)))

  • LjMaxx replied

    screen.. opps.. typo..:)

  • SarahAnn

    SarahAnn

    beautiful work here. This would be so cool on a mirror

  • SarahAnn

    SarahAnn

    beautiful work here. This would be so cool on a mirror

  • John44

    John44

    Perfect perfect !
    TFS
    John

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi John.. Thanks so much. Glad you took a look here… Wish I knew what TFS stood for.. Hummmmmmmm.. :)

  • billfox256

    billfox256

    A beautiful picture – beautifully photographed. Bill

  • LjMaxx replied

    Many Thanks to you Bill… :)

  • mlynnd

    mlynnd

    Beautiful! Love the soft reflection in the water.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Lynn. Thanks so much.. Glad you stopped by! :)

  • trueblvr

    trueblvr

    This is fabulous, I think he thinks he is in love. Di

  • LjMaxx replied

    I think mabie your right True. Thanks so much for commenting here. :)

  • cdudak

    cdudak

    LJ this is awesome, love the whole look and feel of the shot….instant favorite

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Kay. Really appreciate the Fav too!!! :)

  • robpixaday

    robpixaday

    Grace, serenity, beauty…........absolutely amazing!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Miss Robin,. Many Thanks to you dear girl! :)

  • Scott  d'Almeida

    Scott d'Almeida

    incredible capture.

  • solareclips~Julie  Alexander
  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Solareclips… My 1st feature in this group since I signed up with RB.. Huge surprise.. Delightful too! :)

  • saseoche

    saseoche

    Stunning and awesome image!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Saseoche.. Many Thanks to you here.. :)

  • Karen  Tillotson

    Karen Tillotson

    Extraordinary image!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Karen! :)

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    Congratulations on your feature in Dimensions

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Sharon… So pleased to see this here this morning.. :)))

  • John Beamish

    John Beamish

    Wonderful image.

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. so much John! :)

  • John44

    John44

    dear LJ
    If you tell me what Lj stands for I will tell Tfs
    deal ?

    smile.. noo..its ok
    Thanks For Sharing = T F S

  • LjMaxx replied

    I just might do that John… Thanks.. I got it down now.. TFS.. cool~ :)

  • Mark Lee

    Mark Lee

    WOW!!! Nice Shot :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Mark.. Many Thanks! :)

  • Tomas Abreu

    Tomas Abreu

    Beautiful image…

  • LjMaxx replied

    Pleased you liked it Tomas.. T.Y.~ :)

  • Karl Davis

    Karl Davis

    Fantastic shot/capture.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Karl~ :)

  • lacewren

    lacewren

    narcisse his own reflect did kisse. did handsome ever pay for this beautiful portrait, or just fly off with a bill full of fish?

  • LjMaxx replied

    He ate as though he was at festival! Thanks so much for commenting here. :)

  • Anthony Hedger

    Anthony Hedger

    How did I miss this beautiful shot Lj? I am sorry. It is stunning the soft edges makes it fantastic

  • LjMaxx replied

    I dint know Anthony. I was kinda wondering….. Hahahah.. Kidding ya.. So pleased you like this. Means alot to me when you do!T.Y… :)

  • Cheryl  Lunde

    Cheryl Lunde

    I agree with Anthony LJ, how did I miss this also! Absolutely stunning capture. An instant fave for sure!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you soooo much Cheryl. Pleased you liked it. :)

  • Jennifer Woodward

    Jennifer Woodward

    such a stunning shot – love the serene feel! :-)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much here Jennifer. Pleased you stopped by~ :)

  • Rosy Kueng

    Rosy Kueng

    Lj, this is absolutely marvelous!
    Great composed, beautiful lighting and a wonderful bird :))
    love the reflections and the dreamy look….

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Rosy. Hope u r well & good.. Thanks so much here.. I appreciate it.. :)))

  • LudaNayvelt

    LudaNayvelt

    just perfect

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Luda! :)

  • brianboyce50

    brianboyce50

    Simply magical.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi BB50.. Many Thanks for your commenting here. :)))

  • Nature's Realm

    Nature's Realm

    This is stunning! The composition, reflection, lighting…perfect. – Dennis

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Dennis.. So pleased for this comment.. Thank you~ :)

  • Pasc

    Pasc

    Simply love it :). Wonderful work

  • LjMaxx replied

    My apologies for lateness. Thanks so much for your comment on this shot~ :)

  • WJPhotography

    WJPhotography

    gorgeous capture

  • LjMaxx replied

    My apologies for lateness in reply. Thanks so much for your comment on this shot~ :)

  • zooreka

    zooreka

    How Cool…. I only mentioned to Bunny last night that I recall a black beaked variety of Egret here on the Madre De Dios River…. How very cool that you read my mind again hon! :)

    There is something in excess of 230 bird species to be found on the Madre de Dios… 5 varieties of Woodpecker, 3 varieties of Cuckoo, wild turkeys, countless birds of prey, Makaws, Parrots, Egrets, Goatsins…. Even for a non bird nut like myself I loved it….

  • bill  oneil

    bill oneil

    beautiful as always LJ.

  • LjMaxx replied

    My apologies for lateness in this reply. Thanks so much for your comment on this shot~ :)

  • Luca Renoldi

    Luca Renoldi

    fantastic capture

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Luca. Many Thanks to you here.. Sorry so late.. Missed it… :)

  • paolo1955

    paolo1955

    Wonderfully composed image and well captured

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Paolo. Sorry so late to reply. Missed this.. :)

  • Paul Kavsak

    Paul Kavsak

    Beautiful composition, perspective and lighting!

  • LjMaxx replied

    My apologies for lateness in reply here Paul. Thanks so much for your comment on this shot~ :)

  • Kaliquo

    Kaliquo

    Beautiful capture! Egrets are lovely birds and sooo quiet.

  • LjMaxx replied

    So sorry I am late on this reply. I missed it for some reason.. Thank you for this comment.. :)))

  • Martin Dingli

    Martin Dingli

    Wonderful work

  • LjMaxx replied

    My apologies for lateness in reply. . Thanks so much for your comment on this shot~ :)

  • Via Roma

    Via Roma

    Beautiful foto…

  • LjMaxx replied

    My apologies for lateness to your comment Via. Thanks so much for your comment on this shot~ :)

  • PPPhotoArt

    PPPhotoArt

    absolutely beautiful image LJ gorgeous in every way!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much P.. Sorry so late. I messed up on this one by missing a few days here.. :))

  • JennyDean

    JennyDean

    fantastic shot!

  • LjMaxx replied

    My apologies for lateness in reply Jenny. Thanks so much for your comment on this shot~ :)

  • doreen01

    doreen01

    Splendid image Lj!!! Love it!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much for commenting here Doreen.. :)

  • FelicityB

    FelicityB

    This picture is a real beauty, no wonder so many other people think so too!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Felicity.. Can’t Thank you enough for your time and comments let.. :)))

  • Gabriel Popa

    Gabriel Popa

    This is Magic ….

  • LjMaxx replied

    A small non ruined spot in Mexico called Punta Mita. They still stake thier boats with ropes into the sand. Wonderful people and the variety of gathered birds was amazing.. I spent the day there alone in complete delightful peace amongst them. This Snowy Egret in pure white was as graceful a bird as I have ever seen.. Incredible fishing skills too. One after another.. :)))

  • CanDuCreations

    CanDuCreations

    I missed this excellent, very beautiful work

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks for cking this out Thea.. :)))

  • Mika

    Mika

    Congratulations on placing in the top 10 in MBN Birds challenge! Awesome capture

    could you please add it to the group so we can feature it? Please

  • LjMaxx replied

    I did? Thats awesome.. Sure I will. Thanks so much Mika!!! :)

  • richeb

    richeb

    Excellent picture!
    Very in formative notes.

  • joyousmoon

    joyousmoon

    Simply stunning! Congratulations on your Feature~

  • artisandelimage

    artisandelimage

    gorgeous simplicity, a visual poetry…
    my best, francis.

  • cieloverde

    cieloverde

    Preciosa captura !

  • Trish Woodford

    Trish Woodford

    Stunning shot, I like everything about it!

  • John44

    John44

    Nice focus… very beautiful colors…
    very beautiful image…
    well done

    xx
    John

  • Mia1

    Mia1

    Superb shot. Wow. Awesome reflection. Love it. :o)

  • Tracy Faught

    Tracy Faught

    Very beautiful! Great color and light and that reflection is amazing!

  • Tracy Faught

    Tracy Faught

    Very beautiful! Great color and light and that reflection is amazing!

  • mlynnd

    mlynnd

    Awesome image. Instant favorite!

  • Lyle Hatch

    Lyle Hatch

    That’s amazing! What a wonderful photograph in any size or shape!!

  • Rajdev D

    Rajdev D

    cool creative work, very lovely. Your portfolio is just great.

  • Steve  Buffington

    Steve Buffington

    Amazing shot. You got my vote in the challenge. Good luck.

  • Mary Campbell

    Mary Campbell

    I take alot of egret pictures but this is one of the best I’ve seen. Great job.

  • Shoaib .

    Shoaib .

    beautiful shot lj !

  • neogolas

    neogolas

    Absolutly beeeautiful,love-it.

  • Lori Peters

    Lori Peters

    This is outstanding work. A beautiful bird and such a lovely picture. xo

  • valzart

    valzart

    WoW! watta shot sweetheART absolutely brilliant photography ;} happy hippy hugglez

  • bigbear2311

    bigbear2311

    This is really quite good. Stunning image!! You put National Geographic to shame!

  • Svetlana Sewell

    Svetlana Sewell

    Stunning!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Wayne Cook

    Wayne Cook

    Lovely, lovely image….

  • Lucindawind

    Lucindawind

    this is gorgeous ! very beautiful

  • SNAPPYDAVE

    SNAPPYDAVE

    fantastic and pure

  • SueAnne

    SueAnne

    WOWee, this is so beautiful…........ You got everything just right

  • Natalie Willemse

    Natalie Willemse

    This is beautiful!!!

  • Robin D. Overacre

    Robin D. Overacre

    Like the reflection on this very much. Much a beautiful card. Great as always my friend!

  • Hannah Fenton-Williams
  • Jen Ryan
  • chijude

    chijude

    I just love the d o f in this shot lj. Can see why it has been acknowledged!! Congrats

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much here!!!

  • bigbear2311

    bigbear2311

    this is too good!!! You put National Geographic to shame!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Your so sweet Bear… Thanks.. N.G.. well… I only wish…............. :)

  • helmutk

    helmutk

    Great shot !!!!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Helmutk.. Hope u r well & good.. Thanks so much for this comment~ :)

  • Kim Davitt

    Kim Davitt

    This is beautiful

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. Kim.. Sorry so late to reply.. I was away & missed some here. ~:)

  • Von McKnelly

    Von McKnelly

    My goodness it took me 4.2 mins to scroll down from this wonderful image to leave a comment.
    This lovely needs to be published in every mag on the planet!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Von.. Sorry so late in my reply. I messed up some while away I guess. So pleased it took you 4.2 mins to scroll down.. hahahaha.. Your so fun. Thanks for this comemnt too! :) Lj

    ps.. I entered this into a off site contest.. I have made it to the next round of voting.. Sept. will be the results. Wish me luck

  • PhotoAvenue

    PhotoAvenue

    Wow….very beautiful work…..awesome colors and light !

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks P.A. Sorry for the late response.. I was away and got off kilt on my replies.. Quite grateful for this comment.. ~:)

  • Lyn Evans

    Lyn Evans

    What a fantastic capture!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Lyn. Sorry for the late response.. I was away and got off kilt on my replies.. Quite grateful for this comment.. ~:)

  • Kevin Skinner

    Kevin Skinner

    This is just wonderful. Another one for the favourites :-)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Kevin. Sorry for the late response.. I was away and got off kilt on my replies.. Quite grateful for this comment.. ~:)

  • Kasia-D

    Kasia-D

    Beautiful, soft capture with that great reflection.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Kasia… Sorry for the late response.. I was away and got off kilt on my replies.. Quite grateful for this comment.. ~:)

  • John44

    John44

    Max..
    Another one of your wonderful capture of your nice country. I like the POV
    John

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks John.. Sorry so late to reply. I was in Mexico and missed this.. I also took this shot on my last trip to M in Jan 09’.. The Whales were there at that time of year and I just had to go see them.. lol.. Many Thanks!

  • StopComplaining

    StopComplaining

    wow.. nice shot! :D

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks S.C. I appreciate your taking the time to comment here. ~:)

  • Robert Kendall

    Robert Kendall

    Simply stunning

  • LjMaxx replied

    Many Thanks Robert!

  • Malcolm Chant

    Malcolm Chant

    WOW what a beauty, real perfection
    Brilliant shot

  • Malcolm Chant

    Malcolm Chant

    OMG what a beautiful image, this is a stunning capture.

    Exellent
    Malcolm

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Malcolm.. Many Thaks here.. I am so pleased that you liked it. ~:)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks not.. Thaks.. Sorry for the typo.. Sticky keys since the wine spill on the keyboard..lol.

  • Bloodnok

    Bloodnok

    Needs just one word, “BEAUTIFUL”

  • LjMaxx replied

    That one word coming from you is all I need too Bloodnok.. Thank you!

  • Chris Snyder

    Chris Snyder

    What a fantastic shot of this snowy egret. I love how the reflection becomes misty here.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Chris.. Sorry so late. I messed up. ~:)

  • Scott Denny

    Scott Denny

    Very nice. Great exposure, lighting, and treatments. Hope you dont mind me adding you to my watchlist.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Scott.. I am thrilled to have been added to your list.. ~:)

  • brian pendrey

    brian pendrey

    this is some great image brilliant

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you dear Brian~

  • Hazera Forth

    Hazera Forth

    Love this…thank you for posting.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you for commenting H… ~:)

  • Paul Hamilton Photography

    Paul Hamilton ...

    amazing shot

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much for taking the time to comment here Paul. ~:)

  • dc witmer

    dc witmer

    stunning shot, love the reflection

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi DC.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • Claire  Farley

    Claire Farley

    Excellent beautiful work!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Claire. Many Thanks. Sorry so late.. I goofed up some.. ~:)

  • Tom Newman

    Tom Newman

    Beautiful shot superbly composed :-)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Tom.. Sorry so late to reply.. I messed up some.. Thank you~ :)

  • Margot Kiesskalt

    Margot Kiesskalt

    Brilliant shot!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Margot.. Thank you! Sorry so late to reply.. I messed up some.. :)

  • Rhenastarr

    Rhenastarr

    Congrats on all your features for this, most deserving of the honors. It is truly a magnificent capture.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Rhena.. Many Thanks~ :)

  • Frankie Lassut

    Frankie Lassut

    Buy it for your wall. Pride of place. Or I’m coming round to kill you (after I’ve stalked you for a while with my long lens…ohhhh yesssss!)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Frankie.. Many Thanks. Yes.. I do have it on my wall already.. Looks great there too if I do say so myself~ How long is your lens anyway?

  • ldeiter78

    ldeiter78

    Outstanding photo! Love the focus and soft framing of the Egret!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Ideiter… This bird was a joy to watch this day.. ~:)

  • Antanas

    Antanas

    lovely work, well done

  • Ronald Rockman

    Ronald Rockman

    Wonderful wonderful wonderful
    Cheers Rock

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Ronald.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • Baynanno1

    Baynanno1

    These birds are so beautiful and your capture of the reflection makes the shot doubly beautiful.

  • LjMaxx replied

    I agree Baynanno.. I love thier fluffy hair do’s..lol.. Many Thanks to you for this comment.. ~:)

  • Andrea Rapisarda

    Andrea Rapisarda

    superb capture!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Andrea. So pleased you ck’d this out. T.Y. ~:)

  • sendao

    sendao

    wonderful capture!

  • sendao

    sendao

    wonderful capture!

  • Jack McCabe

    Jack McCabe

    √ awesome!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Jack… very much ~:)

  • Rajdev D

    Rajdev D

    Fantastic work, so delicate and beautiful.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi R… So pleased you liked this one.. I think I had the whole beach with all the water birds all to myself this glorious day of weather in Mexico.. Was the perfect day really.. Thank you! ~:)

  • autumngirl

    autumngirl

    Oh, this is absolutely gorgeous! It’s not everyday you get a photo like this one—congrats!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks A.G.. I was lucky this day and all was right with the world.. ~:)))

  • Indelibly-Yours

    Indelibly-Yours

    Your gallery is stunning!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks I.Y.. Really appreciate your visit.. ~:)

  • thepaintedsoul

    thepaintedsoul

    What could I possibly add to this cascading list of comments.This is just a captivating shot, Lj. Absolutely love the soft-focus effect. It makes the egret nearly jump off the screen. Beautifully done. 5 STAR shot. Cheers! TPS

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Soul.. Coming from you.. this is a very special comment to me indeed. I am sooo pleased you liked this.. I hope all is going well for you and I think of you often.. Thanks for the 5 stars here my friend.. ~:)))

  • AmandaH

    AmandaH

    Great capture… :o)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Amanda. Thank you dear girl~ :)

  • jwinman

    jwinman

    beautifully composed, great capture!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello & Many Thanks for your comment.. ~:)))

  • Rick & Deb Larson

    Rick & Deb Larson

    A truly STUNNING capture, instant fave, well done!! Take Care ~ Rick & Deb ~ :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Rick & Deb Larson.. Many Thanks to you both here.. ~:)))

  • kenspics

    kenspics

    Exceptional photography Lj…and a one in a million shot!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Ken.. Many Thanks.. I really appreciate your comments.. ~:)

  • Kent Burton

    Kent Burton

    Exceptional !!! Absolutely gorgeous photograph—a job very well done! – Kent

  • LjMaxx replied

    So pleased you liked this one.. A glorious day alone with the wildlife I had with this Snowy Egret and some other wonderful birds residing in Mexico. Thanks so much for taking the time to comment on my images today Kent.. ~:)))

  • louisegreen

    louisegreen

    Absolutely beautiful!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Lousie~

  • IRISHPIX

    IRISHPIX

    Oh so fabulous Maxx~

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello I.P.. Thanks so much.. This Snowy enterained me for many hrs this day. Pleased you liked this.. ~:)))

  • RajeevKashyap

    RajeevKashyap

    beautiful work

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Rajeev.. Many Thanks to you here. ~)

  • David G. Fredrickson

    David G. Fredr...

    Fantastic image Lj A contest winner, a feature, a FAV… Dave

  • LjMaxx replied

    Good morning Dave. So nice to se ya today.. Thanks for the comments left.. I so appreciate them. Have a great rest of holiday weekend too~ :)))

  • Ian Berry

    Ian Berry

    A lovely photo, well done.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Ian.. Many Thanks to you here ~ :))

  • Sylvain33

    Sylvain33

    Tres belle photo…i love it

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you so much for commenting here Sylvain.. Beautiful words.

  • brigusser

    brigusser

    World class capture…..Perfect.

  • LjMaxx replied

    So pleased for your comment here Brigusser. T.Y.. ~:)

  • Alexandar T.

    Alexandar T.

    Exceptional

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Alexandar. Many Thanks to you~ :)

  • deborah zaragoza

    deborah zaragoza

    This is SOOOOOOOOOOOOO beautiful LjMaxx !!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Debbie.. ~:)))

  • Nancy Chambers
  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Nancy. My 1st feature in this group since joining. Have a great day too~ :)

  • AnaCBStudio

    AnaCBStudio

    Beautiful shot…I like the reflections!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Ana ~:)

  • Larry Trupp

    Larry Trupp

    My congratulations LJ on your many features here…Commendable work indeed...inst fav

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Larry.. Many Thanks here~ :)

  • Peter  Lessey

    Peter Lessey

    This is an awesome photograph Lj. love it
    Great capture my friend. – Peter

  • LjMaxx replied

    Pleased you liked it and commented Peter.. T.Y.. :))

  • Tracy Faught

    Tracy Faught

    This is such a stunning image! the light and reflection are stunning and the picture is so clear!! GORGEOUS!! Amazing info as well! :]

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Tracy., Thanks so much for your comment.. )))

  • walela

    walela

    So beautiful!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi W.. Thanks so much here~ :))

  • Ree  Reid

    Ree Reid

    Awesome capture, a real winner, stunning

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Ree. Thank you very much for taking the time to comment here.. :))

  • Aimelle

    Aimelle

    totally awesome !

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. so much Aimelle.. ~:)

  • Régis Charpentier

    Régis Charpentier

    Waoh, there is a lot of redbubble members dreaming to capture one day in their life a picture like yours
    Great job

  • LjMaxx replied

    This day was one of the best days I ever had with sea nature in life. Saw a few Humpbacks this day too.. Thanks so much Regis for taking the time to comment here . Really appreciate it~ :)

  • Tom Newman

    Tom Newman 22 days ago

    Beautiful shot :-)

  • LjMaxx replied 21 days ago

    Hi Tom.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • foppe47

    foppe47 11 days ago

    Beautiful!
    Foppe

  • RC deWinter

    RC deWinter 10 days ago

    Beautifully composed and captured.

  • LjMaxx replied 7 days ago

    Thanks so much for cking out this image RC.. I appreciate it~ :)

  • Brian Mellor

    Brian Mellor 9 days ago

    Wonderful shot…..love the reflection!!

  • LjMaxx replied 7 days ago

    Thanks so much Brian~ :)

  • Carole Russell

    Carole Russell 8 days ago

    Another stunning image!

  • LjMaxx replied 7 days ago

    Hi Carole.. Many Thanks to you for commenting here~ :)

  • Steve  Sass

    Steve Sass 4 days ago

    absolutely superb! An instant fave…...........

  • peaceofthenorth

    peaceofthenorth 3 days ago

    beautiful photo…love the softness ,,,,,well done…..Steve

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