The Catch
by Phocal

Comment by snaffles:
great capture - green herons are awfully quick when they get going!

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by Phocal

Comment by IreneM:
The serene simplicity makes this so special. Many congrats on the Blue.

The Catch
by Phocal

Comment by Chris_Ang:
Awesome capture.

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by Phocal

Comment by snaffles:
Wow not too shabby...double ribbons in the same week with the same subject. People sure loves them big white birds! And congrats on the blue :-)

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by Phocal

Comment by sidpixel:
Hello from the critique club

An appealing image that meets the challenge well

Woah Ronnie, that egret done you plenty good again, congratulations. What a great entry, the long patient wait for both of you reflects a quiet atmosphere to its fullest. I have to agree this subdued image would seem to me to be far more fitting than the potential sunny image would have been. You must be well pleased with this but even more excited at the potential imagery you and your new lens have to look forward toâ€Â¦!

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by Phocal

Comment by Phocal:
Thanks for the votes and comments, they are appreciated.

I will have to say that I was surprised when I got up this morning. With the score I had, I was sure I would end up in 4th-7th......................

But it sure is a great way to kick of the first challenge with my new lens.

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by Phocal

Comment by Ja-9:
Excellent!!!

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Comment by Ammie:
Lovely, thus the favourite.. Congrats

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Comment by JustinM:
Congrats! Great shot here

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Comment by markwiley:
Looks like the same Foggy Morning egret.