Green Heron - Ross Feldner Green Herons are typically seen foraging in marshes and at the margins of streams, lakes and ponds. They are hard to spot since they move slowly or stand still. While hunting, a green heron is smooth and quiet, then lightning-fast and astoundingly accurate as it darts for prey. They are fond of crustaceans but will also hunt for aquatic insects, grasshoppers, frogs, rodents and snakes. One of the rare bird species known to utilize tools, the Green Heron will drop tiny items onto the water's surface like feathers, twigs, or insects to attract fish. In flight, Green Herons resemble an awkward crow but with their neck tucked in, and legs extended. When flushed they will call out a sharp "skeiw!", like the sound of scissors closing. Wetlands loss is their greatest threat. | |
