Heron Collection (#7)

Great white egrets (Casmerodius albus) reflected in Pulicat Lake, Tamil Nadu, India, January 2013

de Havilland DH-114 Heron
Bea de Havilland Dh-114 Heron Regional Airliner Flying a Cloud Level Date: 1952

Great egret (Ardea alba) in snow, Lake Csaj, Kiskunsagi National Park, Pusztaszer, Hungary. March

Birds, hand-colored lithograph, published in 1880
1) Rock Ptarmigan (Lagopus muta), 2) capercaillie cock (Tetrao urogallus), 3) Ostrich (Struthio camelus), 4) Male Golden Pheasant (Chrysolophus pictus), 5) Gray partridge (Perdix perdi)

Heron bird 19 century illustration
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853

Snowy egret (Egretta thula) flying over river, Everglades National Park, Florida, USA, December

Snowy egret (Egretta thula) with plumes erect, St. Augustine, Florida, USA, April

Japanese Art, Crane or Heron by Shunboku
Vintage engraving of Japanese Art, Crane or Heron by Shunboku

Japanese Art, Sketch of a Crane or Heron
Vintage engraving of Japanese Art, Sketch of a Crane or Heron

RF- Little blue heron (Egretta caerulea) and Great egret (Ardea alba) in lagoon at sunrise. Fort Myers beach, Gulf Coast, Florida, USA, March

Little blue heron (Egretta caerulea) in lagoon at sunrise, Fort Myers Beach, Gulf Coast, Florida, USA, March

Great white egret (Ardea alba) silhouetted at sunset, Lake Csaj, Pusztaszer, Hungary, February. Winner of the Portfolio category of the Terre Sauvage Nature Images Awards competition 2015

Two Great egrets (Ardea alba) wading, silhouetted at dawn, Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India

Grey heron (Ardea cinerea) and Great egret (Ardea alba) fighting over fish, Lake Csaj, Pusztaszer, Hungary, December. Winner of the Portfolio category of the Terre Sauvage Nature Images Awards

Capped heron (Pilherodius pileatus) perched on branch, Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador

Snake Pine at Taga Bay, 1863. Creator: Kawanabe Kyosai
Snake Pine at Taga Bay, 1863. Series: Famous Places on the Tokaido

Great blue heron (Ardea herodias) in Lake Martin, Louisiana, USA

Great egret in Caddo Lake, Texas, USA

Great egret in Lake Caddo in Autumn, Texas, USA

Great egret (ardea alba) in Lake Martin at sunrise, Athcafalaya basin, Louisiana, USA

egret in Lake Martin at sunrise, Atchafalaya Basin, Louisiana

Great egret (Ardea alba) in Lake Caddo in Autumn, along the border between Texas and Louisiana, USA

Grey Heron, Chobe River, Botswana

A heron takes off at dawn, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Black-headed heron taking flight from island of reeds in the Zambezi River, Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia

Yellow-billed storks and Grey heron silhouetted in Wafwa Lagoon, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Heron in Chassahowitzka National Wildlife River Refuge, near Spring Hill, Florida, USA

Wood Storks (Mycteria Americana) in flight, Sanibel Island, J. N
Wood Storks (Mycteria Americana) in flight, Sanibel Island, J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Florida, USA

Tricolored heron (Egretta tricolor) looking for food, Sanibel Island, J. N
Tricolored heron (Egretta tricolor) looking for food, Sanibel Island, J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Florida, USA

Snowy Egret (Egretta thula) starting flight, Sanibel Island, J. N
Snowy Egret (Egretta thula) starting flight, Sanibel Island, J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge Florida, USA

Yellow-crowned Night Heron (Nyctanassa violacea) looking for food, Sanibel Island, J. N
Yellow-crowned Night Heron (Nyctanassa violacea) looking for food, Sanibel Island, J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Florida, USA

Great blue heron (Ardea herodias) looking for food, Sanibel Island, J. N
Great blue heron (Ardea herodias) looking for food, Sanibel Island, J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Florida, USA

Black-headed Heron (Ardea melanocephala)<br>Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Black-headed Heron (Ardea melanocephala) Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, Africa February

Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides), Khwai, Botswana, Africa

Heron fishing on the shores of a lake, Tuscany, Italy

Ireland, Co. Donegal, Fanad, Mulroy bay, Heron
Ireland, Co.Donegal, Fanad, Mulroy bay, Heron

Tricolored Heron (Egretta tricolor) wading, Rio Grande Valley, Texas

Great Blue Heron, Hunting For Fish, Tampa Bay, Saint Petersburg, Florida

Grey heron on hippo, in lake, Selous, Tanzania

Grey heron, Laguna Resort, Maldives

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"The Majestic Heron: A Symbol of Grace and Tranquility" From the serene painting "The Silence of the Snows, 1907" by Joseph Farquharson to John James Audubon's intricate illustrations in "Louisiana Heron, " the heron has captivated artists and nature enthusiasts alike. Found across different continents, this elegant bird holds a special place in various cultures. In Germany, the grey heron gracefully perches along riversides, its stoic presence blending seamlessly with the tranquil surroundings. Leon Heron's masterpiece "The Gondo-liar" depicts a heron amidst Venice's canals, showcasing its adaptability even in urban landscapes. Venturing into North America, we encounter Nyctanassa violacea - the yellow-crowned night heron. With its vibrant plumage and nocturnal habits, it adds an air of mystery to marshlands and wetlands. Meanwhile, Ardea cinerea or the grey heron stands tall as a symbol of patience and wisdom. Birdwatchers flock to witness breathtaking moments like that captured by Hesse-based photographers - a Great Egret soaring through North Hesse's skies. Its pure white feathers against blue horizons create an ethereal spectacle that leaves observers awe-inspired. John James Audubon immortalized these magnificent creatures in his renowned book "The Birds of America. " From Louisiana Herons to Great Blue Herons standing proudly amidst Florida Everglades' lush greenery – each illustration showcases their grandeur and importance within ecosystems. Even during harsh winters, when snow blankets everything around us, nature surprises us with unexpected encounters. As seen in "Couple under umbrella in the snow (crow and heron), " these two birds find solace together amid icy conditions – reminding us that companionship can bring warmth even on coldest days. Whether painted on canvas or observed through binoculars, these glimpses into their lives remind us of the heron's significance.