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7 thoughts on “Black Crowned Night Heron”
Just wanted to say that I love all the pictures. Keep up the good work Joey.
I saw him last week on the docks during the farmer’s market. I couldn’t find it in my New England field guide, so thanks for the ID! I’ve been curious all week.
Ah, now I see it in my field guide. Say’s they nest in colonies, so there may be a couple around. The young ones are brown with white streaks and spots. Handsome bird. Obviously an eye-catcher.
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Just wanted to say that I love all the pictures. Keep up the good work Joey.
– former beachgoer 🙂
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Yes, I’ve seen him out at the Granite Pier sitting on boats. What a beauty.
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He is showing up frequently at Granite Pier. He likes to sit on boats there.
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I saw him last week on the docks during the farmer’s market. I couldn’t find it in my New England field guide, so thanks for the ID! I’ve been curious all week.
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I’ve seen him (or a close relative) hunting under the former Gull Restaurant at the Cape Ann Marina.
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Ah, now I see it in my field guide. Say’s they nest in colonies, so there may be a couple around. The young ones are brown with white streaks and spots. Handsome bird. Obviously an eye-catcher.
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A black crowned night heron can always be found at the granite pier in ROCKPORT
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