Sharp-shinned Hawk

Sharp-shinned Hawk
Sharp-shinned Hawk, by Steve Thornhill

Thursday, April 14, 2022

American Bittern

 Usually a quite shy species, this American Bittern has been very cooperative recently for visitors to the Greensprings Trail in James City County, where it is rare. Found throughout North America, they very slowly stalk prey in wetlands and will "freeze" straight up to blend in with vertical vegetation as shown here today. The bill is very substantial and effective.

Brian Taber