Great Blue Herons are large wading birds with a blueish plummage. They can be found throughout North America during the summer months. In the fall, most begin their migration south to Central America, although a few decide to winter in southern Alaska (Seward or Juneau).

This Blue Heron was putting quite a show, jumping and dancing back and forth on this sand bar for our entertainment.

A juvenile Great Blue Heron was spotted in the Anchorage area in late fall. This is actually the first time we saw one in this part of Alaska.

Although young Herons have a duller plummage, we can already see the blueish feathers on the majestic wings.

The Blue Heron seemed to have chosen this tree stump as a safe harbor. It decided to stay there for several days. The Blue Heron was hunting for fish in the shallow waters in the surrounding marsh, but always coming back to this stump before sunset.

Throughout the day, the Great Blue Heron was hopping back and forth along the tree trunk.

But then, once in a while, it would dare to venture on a hunting trip.

Perched atop its tree stump, it finally decides to go for a hunt.

Great Blue Heron in a prey stalking mode in the shallow waters of the marsh. It is patiently standing still, then wading very slowly not to spook the fish. The surface of the water is as smooth as a mirror ...

This young Heron finally got a fish!

A huge wingspan on a slender body.

Gliding through the air with its huge wings, as if in slow motion.

The sunset is casting an orange light on the marsh, creating a beautiful backdrop for our Blue Heron taking off.

Another hunting session wading in the marsh and looking for a another fish.

Blue Heron flapping its wings.