Birds of North America
Puzzle 49 · Marshes and Fresh Water · Page 73 in print
Great Blue Heron
A Great Blue Heron folds its long neck into an S shape when flying, while its legs trail behind.
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Amphibians
A prey group included in the heron’s diet.
Bill Clapping
A bill-tip clappering movement during nest greetings.
Channel Marker
A structure on the water that can hold a nest.
Dagger Bill
The sharply pointed bill that can impale large fish.
Duck Blinds
Artificial structures sometimes used as nest sites.
Fish Spines
Sharp parts of fish that may be broken or relaxed by shaking.
Folded Neck
The S-shaped neck position used during flight.
Frogs
Amphibians eaten in water or on land.
Mandibles
The strong bill parts used to grasp small prey.
Nest Relief
A greeting ceremony when partners change duties.
Plumes
Feathers erected during pair displays.
Stalking
A deliberate hunting approach used for frogs and mammals.
Stick Transfer
The passing of nesting material during pair displays.
Trailing Legs
The legs extend behind the flying bird.
Wading
Slow movement through shallow water while searching for prey.
Sources
- Great Blue Heron: Life HistoryCornell Lab of Ornithology